The match is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City prepare to welcome the Cherries on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied at the end of the game finishes," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Speaking about the weight of the game: "This is crucial. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be satisfied when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth offer: "We're aware how they play, their intensity and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and make every game challenging."
On today being the first of three matches at home consecutively: "Kicking off with a victory now would be fantastic. We have three vital tests prior to the FIFA window and I'm confident we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and next week we will see the following games."
