AFL games record holder Brent Harvey was sent off for dissent towards an umpire on Saturday while playing for North Heidelberg in the Northern Football League.

After the game, it’s understood the four-time all Australian approached the umpires in the social club to discuss what happened in a civil manner.

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The two umpires, who were having a beer, told Harvey in no uncertain terms to go away, which perplexed those in the room.

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“I disagreed with the umpire’s decision,” Harvey told foxfooty.com.au.

“I’m aware that children come to these games and that is one thing I’m very conscious of. I didn’t swear and there was nothing aggressive at all.

“Next thing I knew I was being sent off. I move on and look forward to next week.”

The retired Kangaroo champion was playing against West Preston Lakeside when a free-kick was given against teammate Jackson Jones during the fourth term.

West Preston Lakeside’s Matthew Vincitorio was awarded the free and then a 50 metre penalty when Harvey argued with the adjudicating umpire.

But while the 39 year-old tracked back with the official, he presumably offered more feedback and was promptly given his marching orders.

Harvey received a yellow card, which in the Northern Football League constitutes a 15-minute layoff where the player can be replaced.

Three yellow cards in a season leads to an automatic one-match ban with no tribunal hearing.

Harvey in action in 2017. Picture: Alex Coppel. Source: News Corp Australia

It’s believed this is Harvey’s first yellow card for 2018 and he has never been sent off for dissent.

Harvey kicked four goals but North Heidelberg went down to West Preston by 42 points at Shelley Reserve to record their second loss of the season.

The Northern Football League did not wish to make comment.

Harvey is one of the most decorated players in North Melbourne’s history.

He booted 518 goals in 432 games across a career that spanned 21 seasons.

Harvey played in a premiership for North Heidelberg last season alongside his brother Shane.