The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens aim to host the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "This is crucial. We're up against a strong side and now they are second. I hope we can be happy after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth pose: "We understand their style, their high energy and combative they are. They run so much and ensure every fixture so hard."
Speaking about today as the first of three matches at home back-to-back: "To start with a victory this week would be amazing. There are three vital challenges prior to the FIFA window and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on today and later we will see the next matches."
