Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City aim to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game concludes," stated City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a strong side and now they are second. Hopefully we can be pleased at the end."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We understand how they play, their high energy and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and ensure every fixture so hard."
On today being the first of three home games consecutively: "Kicking off with a victory now would be fantastic. We have three vital matches before the FIFA window and I'm confident we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on this game and next week we will look at the following games."
