Kickoff is set for 16:30 GMT as City aim to entertain the Cherries at the Etihad.
"I hope we can be pleased at the end of the game concludes," commented City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
On the importance of the fixture: "It's really important. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We understand their style, their high energy and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and ensure every fixture challenging."
Regarding today as the first of a trio of home fixtures back-to-back: "Beginning with a win this week would be brilliant. We have three really important tests before the FIFA window and I hope we achieve the hat-trick of victories. Our attention is on this game and afterwards we will look at the following games."
