Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while the Citizens get ready to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," commented Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We are playing a strong side currently they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We understand how they play, how intense and combative they are. They cover ground extensively and make every game very difficult."
Speaking about today as the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "To start with a victory in this round would be fantastic. We have three vital challenges before the break for internationals and I'm confident we achieve the full nine points. Our attention is on now and afterwards we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
