Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT while the Citizens prepare to host the Cherries in Manchester.
"I hope we can be pleased when the game concludes," said City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We are playing a strong side and now they are second. Hopefully we can be pleased after the final whistle."
On the challenge Bournemouth pose: "We know their approach, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run a lot and turn each match so hard."
On today being the initial of three home games back-to-back: "Beginning with a three points this week would be fantastic. We have three vital challenges before the international break and I hope we get the three wins. Our attention is on now and afterwards we will see the following games."
