Kickoff is set for 4:30 PM GMT as Manchester City get ready to entertain the Cherries in Manchester.
"Hopefully we can be pleased when the game is over," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the game: "This is crucial. We're up against a quality opponent and now they are second. I hope we can be satisfied at the end."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth present: "We understand their style, their high energy and combative they are. They work tirelessly extensively and make every game so hard."
On today being the first of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Kicking off with a three points in this round would be amazing. We have three crucial tests prior to the break for internationals and I hope we achieve the three wins. Our attention is on now and next week we will look at the next matches."
