Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT while the Citizens prepare to entertain the Cherries in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," said City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "It's really important. We are playing a strong side and now they are in second place. I hope we can be pleased when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We understand their approach, their high energy and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly so much and turn each match challenging."
On today being the initial of three matches at home in a row: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be fantastic. We have three vital challenges prior to the FIFA window and I hope we achieve the full nine points. We must concentrate on today and next week we will consider the following games."
