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The Everton midfielder was given a round of applause from his fellow squad members after issuing an explanation for his shocking red card during the recent victory at Manchester United.

Rare Incident in English Football

The midfielder became the initial Premier League player to be dismissed for striking a teammate in nearly two decades when he struck Michael Keane during the fixture. Everton's display was remarkable as they played with 10 men for 85 minutes, including stoppage 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 take full responsibility for my reaction.'

Dressing Room Reaction

Gueye did not get an opportunity to converse with Moyes or his teammates at half-time. Afterwards, with the visitors' locker room celebrating after the 1-0 win, the 36-year-old asked to speak to the whole team and Keane specifically.

• He expressed regret to Keane for slapping him across the face
• 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 squad

Possible Consequences

The 36-year-old may yet be punished by the club despite the manager's admission that he appreciates his players fighting with each other. The Scot has a standard punishment process for dismissals and cautions, including financial penalties, which is expected to be implemented in Gueye's case.

Suspension and National Team Commitments

The Merseyside club could be without their influential player until the new year. Gueye will complete a three-match suspension against Newcastle United, Bournemouth and Forest but might be selected for Africa Cup of Nations duty by his national team before he becomes eligible to play against Chelsea on mid-December.

'Passions can sometimes overflow,' Gueye continued. 'But nothing justifies such behaviour.'

Rival Perspective

Meanwhile, Mathijs de Ligt claimed his team of lacking urgency in Monday's loss, which halted their unbeaten run at multiple matches.

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

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