Burnley boss Sean Dyche has defended Joey Barton's on-field behaviour.

The 34-year-old was the centre of attention as the Premier League side suffered FA Cup humiliation at the hands of Lincoln last Saturday.

Barton was accused of diving after falling to the ground clutching his head during a tussle with Imps striker Matt Rhead.

Dyche said: “I think it's pantomime stuff, myself. I've got to be honest. I've seen a lot more controversy around Joey than that.

"If that's as far as it goes, I'll be a happy man."