The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as City get ready to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game is over," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a quality opponent and now they are in second place. I hope we can be pleased when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We're aware their style, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and turn each match very difficult."
On today being the initial of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a win this week would be amazing. We have three really important tests prior to the international break and I hope we secure the three wins. We must concentrate on today and next week we will look at the following games."
