The match is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT as City get ready to entertain the Cherries on their home turf.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a top team and now they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors present: "We know their style, their high energy and combative they are. They run extensively and ensure every fixture so hard."
Speaking about today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Kicking off with a victory this week would be fantastic. There are three crucial challenges before the break for internationals and I hope we get the three wins. We must concentrate on today and afterwards we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
