The match is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens prepare to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game concludes," commented City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the match: "It's really important. We are playing a top team currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors offer: "We're aware their approach, their high energy and aggressive they are. They cover ground a lot and ensure every fixture challenging."
On today being the initial of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory now would be fantastic. There are three really important tests prior to the international break and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on today and afterwards we will see the upcoming fixtures."
