Kickoff is planned for 16:30 GMT while City get ready to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game is over," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We're up against a strong side and now they are in second place. I hope we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth pose: "We're aware their approach, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and make every game very difficult."
Regarding today as the first of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be amazing. We have three really important challenges ahead of the FIFA window and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and next week we will see the following games."
