Pardew Banned
As expected, Alan Pardew has predictably been given a ban following his push on the linesman during the match against Tottenham.
The club releasing the following press statement;
Following an Independent Regulatory Commission held today [Monday 3 September 2012], Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew has been given a two match touchline suspension and fined £20,000 after he accepted an FA charge of improper conduct.
Pardew, who requested a personal hearing, was charged following an incident which occurred during his side’s match against Tottenham Hotspur on 18 August 2012. The suspension will take place with immediate effect.
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