Kickoff is set for half past four GMT while Manchester City prepare to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game is over," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the match: "It's really important. We face a quality opponent currently they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be happy after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We understand their style, their intensity and physical they are. They run extensively and ensure every fixture so hard."
Regarding today as the initial of three matches at home back-to-back: "To start with a win in this round would be fantastic. There are three really important challenges prior to the break for internationals and hopefully we get the full nine points. Let's focus on today and next week we will look at the following games."
