Kickoff is planned for half past four GMT as City aim to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "It's a vital game. We face a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be happy after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors present: "We're aware their approach, their intensity and combative they are. They run extensively and make every game challenging."
Regarding today as the initial of three matches at home back-to-back: "Beginning with a win in this round would be fantastic. We have three vital matches prior to the international break and I hope we secure the three wins. We must concentrate on this game and afterwards we will look at the following games."
