Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT while the Citizens aim to entertain the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game is over," said Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We face a strong side and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be pleased at the end."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth present: "We know how they play, their high energy and physical they are. They run so much and ensure every fixture challenging."
Regarding today as the opening of three home games back-to-back: "Kicking off with a three points this week would be fantastic. We have three crucial matches ahead of the international break and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and next week we will look at the next matches."
