Kickoff is set for half past four GMT as Manchester City get ready to entertain the Cherries on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be happy at the end of the game concludes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the fixture: "It's a vital game. We are playing a top team currently they are in second place. I hope we can be satisfied when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth pose: "We understand their style, their intensity and combative they are. They cover ground so much and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the opening of three home games in a row: "Kicking off with a win now would be brilliant. We have three really important matches ahead of the international break and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on now and afterwards we will look at the next matches."
