Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City aim to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game concludes," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the game: "It's really important. We face a strong side currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We know how they play, their high energy and aggressive they are. They cover ground extensively and make every game very difficult."
On today being the opening of three matches at home consecutively: "Kicking off with a three points now would be brilliant. There are three vital challenges prior to the international break and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on today and later we will see the upcoming fixtures."
