Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while City aim to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," commented City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "This is crucial. We face a quality opponent currently they are second. I hope we can be happy when it's over."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth pose: "We understand their style, their high energy and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly extensively and ensure every fixture so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Kicking off with a three points this week would be brilliant. We have three really important matches prior to the international break and I hope we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on this game and afterwards we will consider the following games."
