Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT while City get ready to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a top team and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth pose: "We know their style, their intensity and physical they are. They run a lot and make every game very difficult."
Regarding today as the first of three matches at home back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory now would be brilliant. There are three vital challenges before the international break and hopefully we get the three wins. Let's focus on this game and later we will consider the following games."
