Kickoff is scheduled for half past four GMT while City prepare to host the Cherries in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be happy when the game finishes," commented City player Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a quality opponent and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth offer: "We're aware their style, their intensity and physical they are. They run extensively and make every game challenging."
On today being the first of three home games in a row: "To start with a three points now would be amazing. We have three crucial matches before the break for internationals and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and later we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
