Kickoff is planned for half past four GMT while Manchester City get ready to host the Cherries in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game concludes," stated Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "It's a vital game. We face a top team and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors present: "We know their style, their high energy and combative they are. They cover ground a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."
Regarding today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a victory this week would be amazing. There are three vital matches before the international break and I hope we secure the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on this game and afterwards we will look at the next matches."
