The match is planned for 16:30 GMT while the Citizens prepare to entertain the Cherries on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We are playing a top team currently they are runner-up. I hope we can be satisfied at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors offer: "We know their approach, their intensity and physical they are. They cover ground a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Beginning with a three points now would be fantastic. There are three crucial tests before the break for internationals and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on this game and next week we will see the next matches."
