The match is planned for 16:30 GMT while Manchester City aim to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Remarks from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "This is crucial. We face a quality opponent and now they are in second place. I hope we can be satisfied after the final whistle."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth pose: "We're aware their approach, their intensity and physical they are. They work tirelessly a lot and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the initial of three matches at home consecutively: "To start with a three points now would be brilliant. There are three crucial tests prior to the international break and I'm confident we secure the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on now and afterwards we will look at the following games."
