Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens get ready to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be satisfied when the game is over," stated Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a top team currently they are second. Hopefully we can be happy after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We understand how they play, their intensity and physical they are. They work tirelessly so much and ensure every fixture challenging."
Speaking about today as the initial of three home games in a row: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be fantastic. We have three crucial tests ahead of the FIFA window and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on now and next week we will see the next matches."
