The match is planned for half past four GMT while the Citizens prepare to welcome the Cherries on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," commented City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "This is crucial. We face a strong side currently they are in second place. I'm optimistic we can be happy after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth pose: "We understand how they play, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run a lot and ensure every fixture so hard."
Speaking about today as the opening of three home games back-to-back: "Kicking off with a win this week would be brilliant. There are three crucial challenges prior to the international break and I hope we secure the full nine points. We must concentrate on today and later we will consider the following games."
