BREAKING: Clarkson facing fresh AFL probe into alleged ‘vile’ ump sledge

North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson is under investigation by the AFL for allegedly directing “ vile language ” towards the umpires bench during Saturday’s loss to Port Adelaide .

It comes after Clarkson earlier this year was handed a $20,000 fine and suspended two-match ban for a homophobic slur at St Kilda defender Jimmy Webster after a high-hit on North captain Jy Simpkin. HOBART, AUSTRALIA - MAY 25: Alastair Clarkson, Senior Coach of the Kangaroos is seen during the 2024 AFL Round 11 match between the North Melbourne Kangaroos and Yartapuulti at Blundstone Arena on May 25, 2024 in Hobart, Australia. “Clarkson was incensed by an umpiring decision ion the second half an shouted a profanity,” Morris said on 9News.

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