Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT as City aim to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game is over," stated City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We're up against a top team and now they are second. Hopefully we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors offer: "We're aware how they play, their intensity and physical they are. They work tirelessly so much and make every game challenging."
On today being the first of three home games consecutively: "To start with a three points this week would be brilliant. We have three really important matches ahead of the break for internationals and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and next week we will look at the following games."
