The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT as Manchester City prepare to entertain the Cherries on their home turf.
"I hope we can be happy at the end of the game is over," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's really important. We're up against a strong side and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We understand how they play, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run so much and turn each match very difficult."
Speaking about today as the initial of three matches at home back-to-back: "To start with a victory now would be fantastic. There are three vital tests ahead of the break for internationals and I hope we get the full nine points. We must concentrate on this game and later we will consider the next matches."
