Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT as City aim to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game concludes," said City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "It's really important. We face a quality opponent and now they are second. I hope we can be pleased when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth present: "We're aware their approach, how intense and combative they are. They cover ground a lot and ensure every fixture very difficult."
Regarding today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Kicking off with a victory in this round would be brilliant. There are three vital challenges ahead of the international break and hopefully we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on today and afterwards we will see the following games."
