Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens aim to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be happy at the end of the game is over," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "This is crucial. We are playing a quality opponent currently they are runner-up. I hope we can be satisfied when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We're aware their style, their intensity and physical they are. They work tirelessly so much and turn each match challenging."
On today being the initial of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "To start with a three points in this round would be amazing. We have three crucial challenges ahead of the international break and I hope we secure the three wins. We must concentrate on this game and next week we will consider the next matches."
