The match is planned for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City prepare to entertain the Cherries in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game is over," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the game: "This is crucial. We are playing a top team and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We understand how they play, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run extensively and ensure every fixture very difficult."
Regarding today as the first of three home games back-to-back: "Kicking off with a win this week would be brilliant. We have three vital tests prior to the break for internationals and I'm confident we achieve the full nine points. We must concentrate on today and next week we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
