Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT as City get ready to host the Cherries in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game concludes," commented City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a strong side currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We're aware their approach, their high energy and physical they are. They run a lot and make every game challenging."
On today being the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a victory now would be fantastic. We have three vital challenges before the break for internationals and I'm confident we achieve the full nine points. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will consider the following games."
