Barton set for first start

Controversial Newcastle midfielder Joey Barton will make his first start since being released from jail in tonight’s Barclays Premier League clash with West Brom.

Manager Joe Kinnear has confirmed the 26-year-old will be in the side for a must-win game at St James’ Park, his first appearance for the club on home soil since the 2-0 defeat by Chelsea on May 5.