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The Everton midfielder received a round of applause from his Everton teammates after issuing an apology for his shocking dismissal during Monday's victory at Manchester United.

Rare Incident in English Football

Gueye earned the distinction of being the initial Premier League player to be sent off for hitting a fellow player in nearly two decades when he slapped Michael Keane during the match. The Toffees' performance was remarkable as they played with 10 men for 85 minutes, including added time, to secure David Moyes' first win at Old Trafford as a visiting manager in multiple tries.

'My first apology goes to Michael Keane,' he wrote on his accounts. 'I accept complete responsibility for my actions.'

Team Reaction

The Senegalese international was unable to secure an chance to speak with the manager or his colleagues at half-time. Following the match, with the away dressing room buzzing after the narrow victory, the 36-year-old requested to address the whole team and Keane specifically.

• He expressed regret to the defender for slapping him across the head
• The intense 13th-minute confrontation occurred after a misplaced pass in his own penalty area
• Additionally he said sorry to the squad for putting them with a monumental task
• Gueye's words were warmly received by the players

Potential Consequences

Gueye could still be punished by the club despite Moyes' admission that he likes his team members competing with each other. The Scot has a regular disciplinary procedure for red and yellow cards, including financial penalties, which is expected to be implemented in this situation.

Ban and National Team Commitments

The Merseyside club could be without their key midfielder until the January. Gueye will complete a three-game suspension against Newcastle, Bournemouth and Nottingham Forest but could be selected for AFCON duty by Senegal before he becomes eligible to play against Chelsea on 13 December.

'Passions can sometimes overflow,' he added. 'But nothing justifies such behaviour.'

Opposition Perspective

At the same time, the Manchester United defender claimed United of showing no urgency in Monday's loss, which ended their winning streak at multiple matches.

• 'The Premier League is not for the weak,' stated the Netherlands international
• 'We lacked that urgency to score goals,'
• 'When facing sides like Everton,' that defend deep it's difficult

The Red Devils travel to Selhurst Park for the weekend lunchtime start. 'The next game is really important now,' said De Ligt. 'We have to bounce back from this performance.'