In a blow for Tony Popovic's men, Bridge's ankle injury sustained in their 2-0 semi-final win over the Central Coast Mariners proved too much for the former Sydney FC man to overcome ahead of the Sunday showpiece.
In the only change for the Parramatta-based club, Bridge comes out of the squad for Jason Trifiro.
Dimi Petratros was in doubt for Mike Mulvey's men, however the 21-year-old overcame his ankle injury picked up in their semi-final victory to make the squad.
Western Sydney hold no fears of Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium, having won there at the first two times of asking in October 2012 and January 2013, however their most recent visit ended in a 3-1 defeat.
"It's a challenge, there's no doubting it," Stefanutto said.
"I've had challenges every week so far over the last few weeks.
"It was Bernie Ibini, then it was Kosta Barbarouses, then it's Youssouf Hersi, it doesn't get harder or easier.
"These games, they're the best teams in the league so they've got the best players, so for me it's a challenge I look forward to, and there's no doubt we'll have a good battle."
The Wanderers' hosting of Brisbane in February and April both ended in 1-1 draws, with Brisbane scoring first on both occasions.
