Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as Manchester City prepare to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game is over," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's really important. We're up against a top team currently they are second. I hope we can be happy at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors offer: "We know their approach, their high energy and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly a lot and make every game very difficult."
Speaking about today as the opening of three home games back-to-back: "To start with a victory in this round would be brilliant. There are three vital challenges prior to the FIFA window and I'm confident we get the three wins. We must concentrate on today and next week we will consider the next matches."
