The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT while the Citizens prepare to entertain the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy at the end of the game finishes," stated City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Remarks from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the game: "This is crucial. We're up against a top team and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be pleased after the final whistle."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We understand their approach, how intense and aggressive they are. They run so much and ensure every fixture so hard."
On today being the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a win now would be brilliant. We have three vital challenges ahead of the break for internationals and I'm confident we achieve the full nine points. We must concentrate on now and afterwards we will consider the next matches."
