Essendon has released its VFL side to take on North Melbourne at Windy Hill on Saturday in what will be the team’s first game at their home ground this year.

A strong side has been assembled for the clash as the Bombers look to bounce back following the bye after suffering two consecutive defeats.

The first bounce on Saturday will be at midday.

FINAL TEAM:
B – Francis, Hartley, Ridley

HB – Zerk-Thatcher, Dea, Redman
C – Guelfi, Hocking, Hind
HF – Long, Boyse, J. Merrett
F – Fantasia, McKernan, Houlahan
R – Draper, Langford, Clarke
I/C – Berry, Dixon, Ottavi, Fennell, Sheahan, Younan, McQueen, Heppell
23P – Crosbie