Kickoff is planned for 4:30 PM GMT as the Citizens aim to welcome Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I hope we can be happy when the game is over," said City player Nico Gonzalez.
Notable Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the game: "This is crucial. We face a top team and now they are second. I hope we can be happy when it's over."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth pose: "We know their approach, their intensity and combative they are. They cover ground extensively and turn each match very difficult."
On today being the initial of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a win this week would be brilliant. There are three crucial tests ahead of the FIFA window and I hope we secure the full nine points. Let's focus on this game and later we will see the next matches."
