The match is set for 16:30 GMT as City aim to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," commented City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a quality opponent currently they are second. Hopefully we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We understand their approach, their intensity and combative they are. They run a lot and turn each match so hard."
Regarding today as the opening of three matches at home back-to-back: "Beginning with a win now would be amazing. We have three crucial matches prior to the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on now and later we will consider the following games."
