The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as City prepare to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game concludes," stated Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "This is crucial. We face a strong side and now they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth pose: "We understand their style, their intensity and combative they are. They run so much and ensure every fixture challenging."
On today being the initial of three matches at home in a row: "Kicking off with a three points now would be brilliant. We have three vital tests prior to the break for internationals and hopefully we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on now and later we will consider the next matches."
