The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as City aim to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the match: "This is crucial. We face a strong side currently they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We understand how they play, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run extensively and make every game challenging."
On today being the initial of three matches at home consecutively: "To start with a victory now would be amazing. There are three crucial challenges before the break for internationals and hopefully we get the three wins. Let's focus on this game and next week we will see the upcoming fixtures."
