The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens prepare to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be satisfied when the game finishes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be satisfied when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We know their style, how intense and combative they are. They run so much and ensure every fixture very difficult."
On today being the first of three home games in a row: "Beginning with a win this week would be fantastic. There are three crucial challenges before the international break and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on now and afterwards we will consider the upcoming fixtures."
