Kickoff is planned for half past four GMT while the Citizens get ready to host the Cherries on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," commented City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We're up against a quality opponent currently they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors offer: "We know how they play, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run so much and turn each match challenging."
On today being the initial of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a victory now would be fantastic. We have three crucial challenges prior to the break for internationals and I hope we secure the full nine points. We must concentrate on today and afterwards we will consider the next matches."
