The match is scheduled for half past four GMT as Manchester City get ready to host the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the match: "This is crucial. We face a strong side and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be pleased when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth pose: "We understand their approach, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and turn each match so hard."
Regarding today as the first of three matches at home in a row: "Beginning with a win now would be brilliant. We have three vital matches prior to the break for internationals and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on today and afterwards we will see the next matches."
