Essendon have named its extended squad for the final game of their 2026 campaign, to be played in front of a home crowd at Windy Hill against Collingwood

First-year Dons Maggie Johnstone and Madison Ibrahim have been named in the extended squad, both looking to make their final on-field impact of the year.

Forward duo Brooker Walker and Maggie MacLachlan are also eyeing off their respective returns this Sunday.

Missing this week due to entering concussion protocols after a head knock in last week's matchup against the Hawks is defender Sophie Van de Heuvel.

The Bombers will announce the final team on Friday at 5pm (AEDT).