The match is set for 4:30 PM GMT while City prepare to entertain the Cherries on their home turf.
"Hopefully we can be happy when the game concludes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the match: "This is crucial. We are playing a quality opponent and now they are runner-up. I'm optimistic we can be happy when it's over."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We know their style, how intense and aggressive they are. They work tirelessly extensively and turn each match very difficult."
Regarding today as the initial of three matches at home back-to-back: "To start with a win now would be fantastic. There are three crucial tests before the international break and hopefully we achieve the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on this game and later we will see the next matches."
