Western Sydney Wanderers FC Head coach Gary van Egmond has announced his extended squad for Friday night’s Grassroots Recognition Round match against Adelaide United at CommBank Stadium. The club is set to host the game as part of its celebration of grassroots football, with support from Aussie Broadband. Fans and members can expect an evening combining competitive football, community engagement, and recognition of local clubs that support the Red & Black colors in Western Sydney. The Wanderers enter the match following a 2-2 draw with Brisbane Roar, a result that showcased their resilience after an early goal by Georgios Vrakas. The team responded with two goals from Brandon Borrello and Bozhidar Kraev, demonstrating their attacking flair. The match saw late drama as Niall Thom equalized for the hosts, while Jai Rose’s stoppage-time bicycle kick struck the crossbar, highlighting the team’s determination to secure a positive outcome. The squad list includes key players such as Alex Gersbach, Ryan Fraser, Steven Ugarkovic, Kosta Barbarouses, and Philip Cankar, alongside goalkeepers Lawrence Thomas and Jordan Holmes. Midfielders Jarrod Carluccio, Jacob Farrell, and Aydan Hammond are also in the lineup, with forwards like Anthony Pantazopoulos and Bozhidar Kraev expected to play pivotal roles. Defender Nate Barrie and winger Josh Brillante round out the attacking options. Injury returns and promotions add depth to the squad, with Dylan Scicluna (back from suspension) and Ruon Tongyik (promoted from the reserves) included in the matchday roster. The match against Adelaide United is critical for the Wanderers as they aim to build momentum ahead of the season’s key fixtures.#western_sydney_wanderers_fc #gary_van_egmond #adelaide_united #commbank_stadium #grassroots_recognition_round
