Magpies condemn Barton treatment

[BBC Sport]

Newcastle claim midfielder Joey Barton is being unfairly treated after a clash with Gabriel Agbonlahor in Monday's win over Aston Villa.

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[NUFCSean]

I've gotta say, as much as I don't like Joey Barton, Steve Bennett was penalizing him for nothing evry time he made a tackle. And that "clash" with Agbonlahor, I know he raised his hand in the aftermath, but in the initial foul Barton did absolutely nothing wrong! Agbonlahor got hold of his arm and threw him to the ground, yet Villa got the free kick! I've never liked Bennett but he had a howler last night IMO. Still a good performance from the team though

 

[Point/Counterpoint]

Just hope he shows everyone how good a footballer he is. He doesn't seem that much of a ****** when he's talking and whatnot, sounds quite intelligent. Just likes a bit of a brawl I suppose :/