Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT while the Citizens aim to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I hope we can be pleased when the game is over," stated Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "This is crucial. We face a strong side and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth pose: "We're aware how they play, their high energy and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly so much and make every game challenging."
Regarding today as the first of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Kicking off with a victory in this round would be brilliant. There are three vital challenges prior to the FIFA window and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and next week we will see the next matches."
