The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT as Manchester City aim to host the Cherries on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied when the game is over," stated City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a strong side currently they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth offer: "We understand their approach, how intense and combative they are. They run extensively and turn each match very difficult."
On today being the initial of three home games consecutively: "Kicking off with a win this week would be amazing. There are three really important challenges before the FIFA window and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on today and later we will look at the following games."
