The match is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT as Manchester City prepare to entertain the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be pleased when the game finishes," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "It's really important. We face a top team and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be happy when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We know their style, how intense and aggressive they are. They cover ground so much and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the opening of three matches at home consecutively: "To start with a victory now would be brilliant. We have three really important matches ahead of the international break and hopefully we achieve the full nine points. We must concentrate on today and afterwards we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
