Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT as City aim to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be happy at the end of the game concludes," stated Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's really important. We're up against a strong side and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We're aware how they play, how intense and aggressive they are. They run a lot and make every game so hard."
Speaking about today as the initial of three matches at home back-to-back: "Beginning with a three points this week would be brilliant. We have three crucial challenges prior to the break for internationals and I'm confident we get the three wins. We must concentrate on today and afterwards we will see the upcoming fixtures."
