Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while the Citizens prepare to host the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game is over," stated Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "It's a vital game. We are playing a top team currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We know their style, their high energy and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly so much and turn each match so hard."
Speaking about today as the first of three matches at home in a row: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be fantastic. We have three really important challenges before the break for internationals and hopefully we secure the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on today and afterwards we will look at the next matches."
