Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT while Manchester City get ready to host the Cherries in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "This is crucial. We are playing a top team and now they are in second place. I hope we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth pose: "We're aware how they play, their high energy and combative they are. They run a lot and make every game very difficult."
On today being the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "To start with a win in this round would be brilliant. There are three vital matches prior to the FIFA window and hopefully we get the full nine points. Our attention is on today and next week we will see the following games."
