The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT while the Citizens prepare to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game concludes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "It's really important. We are playing a quality opponent currently they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied at the end."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We understand how they play, their intensity and physical they are. They work tirelessly extensively and ensure every fixture so hard."
Regarding today as the first of three home games back-to-back: "To start with a win now would be brilliant. We have three crucial tests before the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and afterwards we will consider the following games."
