Kickoff is scheduled for half past four GMT as City prepare to entertain the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be happy when the game concludes," stated City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a quality opponent currently they are runner-up. I hope we can be happy when it's over."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth pose: "We know how they play, their high energy and combative they are. They run a lot and turn each match so hard."
On today being the first of three matches at home in a row: "Beginning with a win in this round would be brilliant. We have three vital matches ahead of the FIFA window and I'm confident we achieve the full nine points. We must concentrate on today and later we will consider the next matches."
