Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini insists he has no problem with Newcastle United rival Alan Pardew ahead of today's clash.
Pardew apologised for swearing at his counterpart and was later banned after headbutting David Meyler of Hull City.
Pellegrini bears no grudge and says he personally finds it helpful to stay calm after being more hotheaded earlier in his career as a player.
"The most important thing is to be winning the game, not to be fighting with other managers," he said.
"I think if you are not calm, you are nervous, then you are not in the right mood at the right time.
"I was another character when I was younger. More explosive and wanting to fight with other players.
"After I finished my career as a player and started as a manager, I realised you must talk to all the other players in a calm way."
