Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while the Citizens prepare to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game finishes," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We are playing a quality opponent currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be pleased when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We understand how they play, how intense and combative they are. They run a lot and ensure every fixture challenging."
Regarding today as the first of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory now would be amazing. There are three really important tests before the break for internationals and I'm confident we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on now and later we will see the upcoming fixtures."
