Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City get ready to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game finishes," said City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the game: "It's a vital game. We're up against a quality opponent currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors offer: "We know their style, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run so much and ensure every fixture very difficult."
On today being the first of three home games back-to-back: "Beginning with a win in this round would be brilliant. There are three vital challenges before the international break and hopefully we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on this game and later we will see the following games."
