The match is set for half past four GMT as City get ready to entertain the Cherries in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be happy when the game concludes," said Manchester City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the match: "It's really important. We're up against a top team and now they are runner-up. I hope we can be pleased at the end."
Speaking about the difficulty Bournemouth offer: "We're aware how they play, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run a lot and turn each match very difficult."
Regarding today as the first of three matches at home consecutively: "Beginning with a three points in this round would be amazing. There are three really important matches before the break for internationals and I hope we secure the three wins. We must concentrate on this game and next week we will consider the next matches."
