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The Everton midfielder received a warm ovation from his Everton teammates after issuing an apology for his shocking red card during Monday's victory at Old Trafford.

Rare Incident in Premier League

The midfielder earned the distinction of being the initial Premier League player to be dismissed for hitting a teammate in nearly two decades when he slapped his defensive colleague during the match. The Toffees' display was remarkable as they competed with a man down for the majority of the game, including stoppage time, to secure David Moyes' initial victory at Old Trafford as a visiting manager in multiple tries.

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

Team Response

The Senegalese international was unable to secure an chance to converse with Moyes or his colleagues at half-time. Afterwards, with the visitors' locker room buzzing after the 1-0 win, the veteran asked to address the whole team and the defender specifically.

• Gueye apologized to Keane for slapping him across the head
• The intense early confrontation occurred after a poor distribution in his own penalty area
• Additionally he apologized to the squad for putting them with a difficult challenge
• His apology were warmly received by the players

Possible Ramifications

The 36-year-old could still be punished by Everton despite Moyes' admission that he likes his players fighting with each other. Moyes has a standard punishment process for red and yellow cards, including fines, which is expected to be implemented in Gueye's case.

Suspension and International Commitments

Everton could be without their key player until the new year. The Senegalese international will serve a three-game suspension against Newcastle United, AFC Bournemouth and Forest but might be selected for AFCON duty by Senegal before he becomes eligible to play against the Blues on 13 December.

'Emotions can run high,' he added. 'But nothing justifies such behaviour.'

Rival Perspective

Meanwhile, the Manchester United defender claimed United of lacking urgency in Monday's loss, which halted their unbeaten run at five games.

• 'English football doesn't tolerate weakness,' stated the Dutch defender
• 'We were missing the necessary intensity to find the net'
• 'When facing sides like Everton,' that defend deep it becomes challenging

United head to Selhurst Park for Sunday's noon kickoff. 'The next game is really important now,' commented De Ligt. 'We must recover strongly from this display.'