The match is planned for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City prepare to host the Cherries on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," commented Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's really important. We are playing a top team and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We're aware how they play, their high energy and aggressive they are. They run extensively and make every game so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of three matches at home consecutively: "Kicking off with a win this week would be amazing. There are three crucial tests ahead of the break for internationals and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on this game and next week we will look at the next matches."