Boston Herald, during which he was recognized by the New England Associated Press News Executives Association for his reporting on the subprime mortgage market meltdown. Scott has a master’s degree from the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism and an undergraduate degree in English from the University of Massachusetts. He lives in Natick, Massachusetts, with his wife and three children.The tackle by Barnes (left) on Matic was called "criminal" by Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho

Burnley boss Sean Dyche has defended forward Ashley Barnes following his challenge on Nemanja Matic in Saturday's draw at Chelsea.

Matic was sent off after reacting angrily to being struck on the shin by Barnes, with Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho describing the tackle as "criminal".

Barnes was not punished during the match and faces no FA action.

Dyche said he found Mourinho's view "hard to believe", adding: "In live time no-one reacts, apart from Matic."

Barnes played the ball but caught the Serbia midfielder high on the shin with his studs as he followed through after making a pass..

The Clarets manager admitted that slow-motion replays made the incident look like an "ugly challenge", but described it as a