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The Everton midfielder received a round of applause from his fellow squad members after delivering an explanation for his shocking red card during Monday's victory at Manchester United.

Rare Incident in Premier League

Gueye became the initial Premier League player to be dismissed for hitting a fellow player in 17 years when he struck Michael Keane during the match. The Toffees' performance was heroic 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 18 attempts.

'I want to apologise first to Michael Keane,' he wrote on his accounts. 'I accept complete responsibility for my actions.'

Team Response

The Senegalese international did not get an chance to converse with the manager or his colleagues at half-time. Afterwards, with the away dressing room buzzing after the 1-0 win, the veteran asked to speak to the whole team and the defender specifically.

• Gueye apologized to Keane for striking him across the face
• The heated early altercation occurred after a misplaced pass in his own penalty area
• Additionally he apologized to the team for putting them with a monumental task
• His apology were warmly received by the players

Possible Consequences

Gueye could still be punished by Everton despite Moyes' statement that he likes his team members fighting 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 Gueye's case.

Suspension and National Team Commitments

The Merseyside club could be without their key player until the new year. Gueye will complete a three-game suspension against Newcastle, AFC Bournemouth and Nottingham Forest but might be called up for AFCON responsibilities by Senegal before he becomes eligible to play against Chelsea on mid-December.

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

Rival Perspective

Meanwhile, the Manchester United defender claimed his team of showing no urgency in Monday's defeat, which halted their unbeaten run at five games.

• 'English football doesn't tolerate weakness,' said the Dutch defender
• 'We lacked that urgency to score goals,'
• 'When facing sides like Everton,' that defend deep it becomes challenging

The Red Devils travel to Crystal Palace for Sunday's lunchtime start. 'Our upcoming match is absolutely crucial,' commented the defender. 'We must recover strongly from this display.'