Toffees Teammates Applaud Idrissa Gueye After Apology for Michael Keane Incident

Idrissa Gueye was given a round of applause from his fellow squad members after delivering an apology for his extraordinary dismissal during Monday's victory at Manchester United.

Unprecedented Situation in Premier League

The midfielder became the initial Premier League player to be sent off for striking a teammate in nearly two decades when he struck his defensive colleague during the fixture. The Toffees' display was heroic as they competed with a man down for the majority of the game, including stoppage time, to achieve David Moyes' first win at Old Trafford as a visiting manager in 18 attempts.

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

Team Response

The Senegalese international was unable to secure an chance to converse with the manager or his colleagues at the interval. Following the match, with the visitors' locker room buzzing after the 1-0 win, the 36-year-old requested to speak to the whole team and the defender in particular.

• Gueye apologized to the defender for striking him across the face
• The intense early confrontation occurred after a poor distribution in his own defensive third
• He also apologized to the squad for leaving them with a monumental task
• His apology were warmly received by the squad

Possible Consequences

Gueye may yet be punished by Everton despite the manager's admission that he appreciates his team members fighting with each other. Moyes has a regular punishment process for red and yellow cards, including fines, which is expected to be applied in this situation.

Ban and International Duty

Everton may find themselves without their influential midfielder until the January. The Senegalese international will serve a three-game ban against Newcastle, Bournemouth and Forest but could be selected for Africa Cup of Nations duty by his national team before he can return to play against Chelsea on mid-December.

'Emotions can run high,' he added. 'However, there's no excuse for such conduct.'

Rival Perspective

At the same time, the Manchester United defender accused his team of showing no urgency in the recent defeat, which halted their unbeaten run at multiple matches.

• '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,' that defend deep it becomes challenging

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