Joey Barton says Bristol Rovers "didn't bother" contesting the violent conduct charge against Jordan Rossiter after the draw against Shrewsbury Town.
Rossiter was charged by the FA in the wake of the 1-1 draw at the Mem on Saturday in relation to an incident in the 32nd minute involving the 25-year-old and Shrewsbury player Tom Bayliss. At a break in play, the former Liverpool and Rangers midfielder raised his arm, making contact with the loose ball and Bayliss.
Referee Sam Purkiss spoke to Rossiter amid appeals from the Shrewsbury players for a red card, but he took no further action but after viewing replays the FA issued their charge on Monday evening.
