Bad boy Barton facing FA rap
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Bad boy Joey Barton faces a three-match ban after his latest outrage.
The FA look certain to charge the Newcastle star today after his horror tackle on Sunderland's Dickson Etuhu.
Barton escaped punishment after referee Martin Atkinson missed the ugly incident which saw the midfielder kick Etuhu in the groin in the 1-1 draw.
But while there was no action taken against Barton at the ground, FA disciplinary chiefs are determined to clamp down.
They can act retrospectively if the referee does not issue a yellow card and the incident is brought to their attention.
And with millions of TV viewers having witnessed the horrific challenge, the FA will be forced to take action. If found guilty, Barton could be hit with a three-match ban for violent conduct. It's just the latest in an infamous litany of excesses from Barton. -
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Barton apologises for high tackle
Newcastle midfielder Joey Barton has apologised for his dangerous tackle on Sunderland's Dickson Etuhu during Saturday's derby match.
The Football Association will not take any action against Barton after he went in with his studs high, but no foul was awarded by referee Martin Atkinson.
"There was no malice in it, nor was it premeditated, if I caused him any injury then I apologise," said Barton.
The two players clashed during the 1-1 draw at the Stadium of Light.
An FA spokesman said: "Whilst it is clear the officials did not see the full extent of the incident they did see players coming together.
"To take any further action would be tantamount to re-refereeing the game."