Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT while the Citizens get ready to host the Cherries in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's really important. We are playing a strong side and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge the visitors pose: "We know how they play, their high energy and physical they are. They run a lot and turn each match so hard."
On today being the opening of three home games back-to-back: "Beginning with a win this week would be brilliant. We have three crucial challenges ahead of the FIFA window and hopefully we secure the full nine points. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will see the following games."
