NORTH Melbourne coach Brad Scott will not get a 'please explain' for approaching the Brisbane Lions' Tom Rockliff after Saturday night's game at the Gabba.

Scott's action prompted criticism from commentators - and Rockliff - and there was speculation Scott's role in the incident may be investigated.

It is expected, however, AFL football operations manager Mark Evans will broach the issue this week with Scott in an informal manner to outline the League's concerns with coaches talking to opposition players on the ground.

Rockliff appeared to taunt North Melbourne champion Brent Harvey immediately after the siren signalled that the Lions had defeated the Kangaroos by four points.

Cameras then captured Scott approaching Rockliff after the game and exchanging pleasantries.

Rockliff said he was surprised when the coach confronted him.

When asked post-game about his actions, Scott deflected his role in the incident.

"I think that's a question you could ask Tom," Scott said.

"My take on it is there's humble in victory and gracious in defeat. You'd have to ask Tom that question. I'm a coach,. I'm not out on the field of battle. I don't know exactly what was exchanged."

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