Newcastle United boss Chris Hughton was pleased with Joey Barton's performance in their 1-1 draw at Wolves.
Hughton praised the composure shown by Barton who appeared to be singled out by Wolves skipper Karl Henry for some robust tackles.
He said: "Did Barton do well to keep his cool? Yes. It was a competitive game, which is one you expect when you come here.
"These are a good honest team and it was a real tough game for us.
"Amongst all that, you've got to keep calm and composed but I think when you are a wholehearted midfield player yourself, you accept that it goes both ways.
"Sometimes it comes out in your favour and sometimes it doesn't."
