Kickoff is scheduled for half past four GMT while Manchester City get ready to entertain the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," commented Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's really important. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty the visitors pose: "We understand how they play, their intensity and physical they are. They cover ground extensively and turn each match challenging."
On today being the opening of three matches at home consecutively: "To start with a win this week would be brilliant. There are three vital challenges prior to the international break and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and afterwards we will look at the following games."
