The match is set for half past four GMT while the Citizens prepare to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game concludes," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We're up against a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We know how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They cover ground a lot and turn each match so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of three home games consecutively: "Kicking off with a three points this week would be fantastic. We have three crucial matches prior to the break for internationals and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and afterwards we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
