The match is planned for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City get ready to welcome the Cherries on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be happy when the game concludes," stated City player Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "It's really important. We're up against a strong side currently they are second. I'm optimistic we can be happy at the end."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth present: "We know their style, their intensity and combative they are. They cover ground a lot and make every game challenging."
Speaking about today as the opening of three home games back-to-back: "Kicking off with a three points in this round would be brilliant. There are three crucial matches before the break for internationals and hopefully we get the three wins. Our attention is on today and afterwards we will look at the following games."
