The match is planned for 16:30 GMT as the Citizens aim to entertain Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I hope we can be happy when the game finishes," commented City player Nico Gonzalez.
Important Comments from the City Star
On the importance of the game: "It's really important. We're up against a quality opponent currently they are in second place. Hopefully we can be satisfied at the end."
Regarding the threat Bournemouth pose: "We're aware their style, their intensity and aggressive they are. They run extensively and turn each match so hard."
On today being the initial of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Kicking off with a victory in this round would be fantastic. There are three vital matches before the international break and I hope we achieve the full nine points. We must concentrate on today and next week we will look at the following games."
