The Bombers will take to the field for their first game of the 2015 AFL Season when they run out against the Sydney Swans on Saturday afternoon at ANZ Stadium.

After missing the NAB Challenge it will be the first competitive hit-out for many of the team's senior players.

With a full and healthy list to choose from, James Hird and the rest of the coaching team took extra time when selecting this week's team.

"It was a difficult process, " said Coach James Hird.

"We've got the majority of our players available.

"When you're leaving out guys that deserve games it's always a good sign but it's tough on some of those players as well."

The club will field a mostly experienced side, aiming to put its strongest foot forward against the Swans.

Here is the team that is set to take on the Swans:

Position Name Name Name Backs M.Hibberd J.Carlisle D.Fletcher Half Backs M.Baguley C.Hooker A.Cooney Centreline J.Melksham B.Stanton B.Goddard Half Forwards Z.Merrett P.Ambrose D.Zaharakis Forwards D.Myers J.Daniher M.Hurley Followers T.Bellchambers J.Watson P.Chapman Interchange M.Gleeson D.Heppell B.Howlett T.Colyer Emergencies J.Ashby K.Langford J.Gwilt

Sydney vs. Essendon

Saturday, April 4 at 4:40pm

ANZ Stadium

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