The match is planned for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City aim to entertain the Cherries on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," stated Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We are playing a quality opponent currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be happy after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We're aware their style, their intensity and physical they are. They cover ground a lot and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the first of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a three points now would be amazing. We have three crucial matches ahead of the break for internationals and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on today and next week we will consider the following games."
