The match is planned for 4:30 PM GMT while City aim to welcome the Cherries at the Etihad.
"Hopefully we can be pleased at the end of the game is over," stated City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "It's a vital game. We're up against a strong side and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be pleased after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth present: "We know how they play, their high energy and physical they are. They run so much and make every game challenging."
On today being the first of three matches at home in a row: "Beginning with a win in this round would be fantastic. We have three vital matches before the break for internationals and I hope we secure the full nine points. Our attention is on today and later we will consider the next matches."
