In ugly scenes the Toon Army clashed with the midfielder as the Tigers man attempted to retrieve the ball for a quick throw-in. The flashpoint overshadowed Newcastle's performance and came with the visitors leading 3-1. Referee Kevin Friend booked Meyler for his role but was with no other option than to send the Magpies boss to the stands. Punishment from the FA is likely to be forthcoming and a contrite Pardew was quick to express his regret.
"I apologise, not just to everyone at Hull, but our fans as well and it's a wake up call for me to go and sit down," he said.
"I'm probably too close to the action there with the incident. He's pushed me away from the ball. I've actually tried to push him away with my head, which obviously you can't do but I shouldn't have been there.
"I wasn't actually that angry but he was right in front of me and I've tried to push him away and leant in with my head.
"It wasn't a headbutt to hurt the guy, I would never do that but it doesn't look too good. I've just got to accept whatever the FA put on me and go and face the music."
Pardew has a history of controversy having been reminded of his responsibilities earlier this season for a foul mouthed rant at Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini.
He also received a two-game touchline ban for shoving a linesman in 2012 and has flared up with Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger in the past.
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