Kickoff is planned for half past four GMT as City aim to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game is over," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "It's a vital game. We're up against a top team and now they are second. Hopefully we can be happy after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We're aware their approach, how intense and physical they are. They cover ground so much and ensure every fixture challenging."
On today being the opening of three matches at home consecutively: "Beginning with a three points now would be amazing. There are three really important challenges ahead of the international break and hopefully we get the full nine points. We must concentrate on today and afterwards we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
