Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as City get ready to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," commented Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We're up against a strong side and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied when it's over."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We know their approach, how intense and physical they are. They run so much and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the first of three home games back-to-back: "To start with a victory now would be fantastic. There are three crucial matches before the international break and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and next week we will look at the following games."
