The match is set for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City aim to host Bournemouth on their home turf.
"I'm hopeful we can be pleased at the end of the game finishes," commented Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Key Quotes from the City Star
Regarding the significance of the fixture: "It's really important. We are playing a strong side currently they are runner-up. I hope we can be happy at the end."
On the challenge Bournemouth offer: "We understand their style, how intense and combative they are. They work tirelessly a lot and make every game so hard."
On today being the opening of three matches at home consecutively: "Kicking off with a win in this round would be brilliant. There are three vital matches before the international break and I'm confident we get the hat-trick of victories. We must concentrate on now and afterwards we will see the following games."
