During Essendon’s match against GWS on Sunday, a verbal altercation between a Bombers player and a Giants player occurred.

Essendon Club officials took the matter up with GWS and the AFL.

“After the game a player raised concerns about an incident that took place on the field,” Essendon General Manager of Football Operations Rob Kerr said.

“The Club raised the matter with GWS and the AFL and we were comfortable that GWS took the matter seriously.

"We are satisfied with the outcome and consider the matter closed.”