Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT as City aim to welcome the Cherries on their home turf.
"I hope we can be happy at the end of the game concludes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
Speaking about the weight of the match: "This is crucial. We are playing a top team currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth pose: "We understand how they play, their intensity and physical they are. They cover ground so much and make every game so hard."
Regarding today as the first of three home games in a row: "Beginning with a victory this week would be brilliant. There are three vital challenges before the break for internationals and I hope we secure the three wins. Our attention is on now and afterwards we will consider the next matches."
