Kickoff is planned for half past four GMT as the Citizens get ready to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game is over," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "It's really important. We face a top team and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth pose: "We understand their style, their intensity and aggressive they are. They cover ground extensively and make every game very difficult."
Speaking about today as the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a three points in this round would be fantastic. We have three really important tests prior to the international break and I'm confident we get the full nine points. Our attention is on today and later we will see the next matches."
