The match is set for 16:30 GMT as City get ready to entertain the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be pleased when the game is over," said City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a quality opponent and now they are second. I hope we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We know their approach, how intense and combative they are. They cover ground so much and turn each match challenging."
Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be fantastic. We have three vital matches before the break for internationals and I'm confident we get the three wins. We must concentrate on this game and next week we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
