Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT while City aim to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "This is crucial. We're up against a quality opponent currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth present: "We know their approach, how intense and physical they are. They cover ground so much and turn each match challenging."
Regarding today as the initial of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "Kicking off with a win now would be brilliant. We have three really important challenges before the FIFA window and hopefully we secure the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on today and afterwards we will look at the following games."
