Crystal Palace boss Alan Pardew is proud of his time in charge of Newcastle United.

Pardew faces his former club on Wednesday.

He accused Newcastle fans of "mass hysteria" in September after they criticised a poor start to the season.

"I thought I did a good job and walked out with my head held high, and so I'm looking forward to the game," he said.

"I'm not expecting or hoping for any reaction.

"We had some great times together. It was not so great the last year, but on the whole my experience there was great."