Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT while City prepare to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game finishes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's really important. We're up against a quality opponent currently they are runner-up. I hope we can be pleased at the end."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We know how they play, their intensity and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly a lot and ensure every fixture very difficult."
Regarding today as the initial of three home games in a row: "Kicking off with a victory this week would be brilliant. We have three vital matches ahead of the break for internationals and hopefully we get the three wins. Our attention is on today and later we will see the following games."
