Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as City aim to host Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied when the game concludes," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We're up against a top team and now they are in second place. I hope we can be pleased at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth present: "We know their style, how intense and combative they are. They run so much and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a three points in this round would be fantastic. We have three crucial tests ahead of the FIFA window and I hope we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on this game and afterwards we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
