Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT as City get ready to entertain the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game is over," stated City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "It's really important. We are playing a top team and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge the visitors present: "We know their style, their intensity and physical they are. They cover ground extensively and make every game challenging."
On today being the initial of three home games consecutively: "To start with a victory in this round would be fantastic. There are three really important tests before the FIFA window and hopefully we get the three wins. Our attention is on today and afterwards we will consider the following games."
