The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens prepare to entertain the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game is over," stated Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We face a quality opponent currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be happy when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth pose: "We know their style, how intense and combative they are. They run a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."
On today being the first of a trio of home fixtures in a row: "To start with a three points in this round would be fantastic. There are three really important tests prior to the international break and I'm confident we get the full nine points. Our attention is on today and afterwards we will consider the next matches."
