Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 PM GMT as Manchester City get ready to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game concludes," said Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "It's really important. We're up against a quality opponent and now they are second. I'm optimistic we can be happy when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth pose: "We understand how they play, how intense and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly a lot and make every game very difficult."
Speaking about today as the opening of three matches at home consecutively: "Beginning with a win this week would be amazing. There are three vital tests ahead of the international break and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Let's focus on today and next week we will consider the next matches."
