Kickoff is planned for half past four GMT while the Citizens get ready to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be pleased when the game finishes," said City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "This is crucial. We're up against a strong side and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We're aware their approach, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run a lot and make every game so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Kicking off with a win this week would be fantastic. We have three vital tests before the break for internationals and I'm confident we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on now and next week we will consider the following games."
