Brent Harvey
Australian footballer with AFL accolades

Born
May 14th, 1978
46 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Played Australian rules football for North Melbourne Football Club in the Australian Football League (AFL) from 1996 to 2016. Recognized as one of the greatest players in the league, he holds the record for the most games played in AFL history with 432 appearances. His career included multiple All-Australian selections, highlighting his skills and consistent performance. Played an integral role in North Melbourne's 1999 premiership victory, showcasing leadership on and off the field. Retired as a significant figure in Australian football.
Holds record for most games played in AFL history
Contributed to North Melbourne's 1999 premiership
Selected multiple times as an All-Australian
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