The match is planned for half past four GMT while City prepare to host the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game is over," stated City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We're up against a top team and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end."
Regarding the threat the visitors offer: "We understand their style, their high energy and physical they are. They run so much and turn each match challenging."
Regarding today as the initial of three home games in a row: "Beginning with a three points now would be brilliant. We have three really important challenges before the FIFA window and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on this game and afterwards we will see the upcoming fixtures."
