The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens prepare to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game concludes," stated City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "It's a vital game. We face a quality opponent and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end."
On the challenge the visitors offer: "We're aware how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They run so much and make every game challenging."
On today being the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a victory this week would be fantastic. We have three crucial matches before the international break and I'm confident we get the three wins. Our attention is on this game and next week we will see the next matches."
