Kickoff is planned for half past four GMT while Manchester City aim to host Bournemouth at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be happy when the game concludes," stated City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Comments from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the match: "This is crucial. We're up against a top team and now they are in second place. Hopefully we can be pleased at the end."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth pose: "We're aware their style, how intense and physical they are. They work tirelessly so much and turn each match very difficult."
Speaking about today as the first of three matches at home in a row: "Kicking off with a victory this week would be brilliant. There are three really important matches before the international break and I hope we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on today and afterwards we will see the upcoming fixtures."
