The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens get ready to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," said City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a quality opponent and now they are second. Hopefully we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We know their style, their high energy and physical they are. They run a lot and make every game challenging."
On today being the first of three home games back-to-back: "To start with a win now would be brilliant. We have three vital tests before the international break and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on this game and afterwards we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
