No FA action for Barton over Villa clash

Newcastle midfielder Joey Barton will face no action for flicking out a hand at Aston Villa’s Gabriel Agbonlahor during last night's 2-0 victory for his side at St James' Park.

No FA action for Barton over Villa clash

Newcastle midfielder Joey Barton will face no action for flicking out a hand at Aston Villa’s Gabriel Agbonlahor.

The 26-year-old found himself the subject of speculation that he could face disciplinary action after catching the Villa man in the face as he disputed a free-kick during last night’s 2-0 victory for his side at St James’ Park.

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