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The Everton midfielder was given a round of applause from his fellow squad members after issuing an apology for his shocking red card during Monday's victory at Old Trafford.

Rare Incident in English Football

Gueye became the initial Premier League player to be dismissed for hitting a fellow player in nearly two decades when he struck his defensive colleague during the match. Everton's performance was heroic as they played with 10 men for 85 minutes, including added time, to achieve David Moyes' initial victory at Old Trafford as a visiting manager in 18 attempts.

'I want to apologise first to Michael Keane,' Gueye stated on his accounts. 'I take full responsibility for my reaction.'

Team Response

Gueye did not get an opportunity to converse with Moyes or his colleagues at the interval. Following the match, with the away dressing room celebrating after the 1-0 win, the 36-year-old requested to speak to the whole team and the defender specifically.

• He expressed regret to Keane for slapping him across the face
• The intense early confrontation occurred after a poor distribution in his own defensive third
• Additionally he apologized to the squad for putting them with a monumental task
• His apology were warmly received by the players

Potential Consequences

The 36-year-old could still be disciplined by Everton despite Moyes' statement that he appreciates his team members competing with each other. The Scot has a standard punishment process for red and yellow cards, including fines, which is expected to be applied in this situation.

Suspension and International Duty

Everton may find themselves without their influential player until the new year. Gueye will complete a three-game suspension against Newcastle United, AFC Bournemouth and Nottingham Forest but could be called up for Africa Cup of Nations duty by Senegal before he can return to play against the Blues on 13 December.

'Passions can sometimes overflow,' Gueye continued. 'However, there's no excuse for such conduct.'

Rival Perspective

Meanwhile, Mathijs de Ligt claimed his team of showing no immediacy in Monday's defeat, which halted their unbeaten run at five games.

• 'The Premier League is not for the weak,' stated the Dutch defender
• 'We were missing the necessary intensity to find the net'
• 'When facing sides like Everton,' who drop back it becomes challenging

United head to Selhurst Park for Sunday's noon kickoff. 'Our upcoming match is absolutely crucial,' said the defender. 'We have to bounce back from this performance.'