Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT while the Citizens aim to welcome Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased when the game is over," stated City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "This is crucial. We're up against a quality opponent currently they are in second place. I hope we can be pleased at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We understand how they play, how intense and combative they are. They cover ground extensively and turn each match very difficult."
Regarding today as the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Kicking off with a victory this week would be amazing. There are three vital challenges prior to the FIFA window and I'm confident we achieve the full nine points. We must concentrate on this game and afterwards we will look at the upcoming fixtures."
