Kickoff is set for half past four GMT as the Citizens prepare to welcome the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," stated City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's really important. We face a quality opponent and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be happy at the end."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth offer: "We understand their approach, their intensity and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly so much and ensure every fixture very difficult."
On today being the opening of three home games consecutively: "Kicking off with a win now would be brilliant. We have three really important challenges prior to the international break and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on this game and next week we will look at the next matches."
