The match is planned for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City get ready to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game is over," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "This is crucial. We're up against a quality opponent and now they are in second place. I hope we can be pleased after the final whistle."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We know their approach, their intensity and physical they are. They run a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."
On today being the first of three home games back-to-back: "Kicking off with a three points in this round would be brilliant. We have three crucial tests before the international break and hopefully we secure the full nine points. We must concentrate on today and afterwards we will look at the next matches."
