The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as City aim to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game is over," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "This is crucial. We are playing a top team currently they are in second place. I hope we can be happy after the final whistle."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We're aware their style, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly so much and make every game challenging."
On today being the opening of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Beginning with a three points this week would be brilliant. We have three really important challenges prior to the international break and hopefully we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on today and later we will consider the following games."
