Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City aim to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game is over," stated City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We are playing a top team and now they are second. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth present: "We know their approach, their high energy and physical they are. They work tirelessly so much and turn each match challenging."
Speaking about today as the first of three matches at home consecutively: "Beginning with a three points in this round would be amazing. There are three really important challenges before the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the full nine points. Let's focus on this game and afterwards we will see the next matches."
