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The Everton midfielder was given a warm ovation from his fellow squad members after issuing an explanation for his shocking red card during Monday's triumph at Old Trafford.

Unprecedented Incident in Premier League

The midfielder became the first Premier League player to be sent off for striking a fellow player in 17 years when he slapped Michael Keane during the fixture. The Toffees' display was remarkable as they played with 10 men for 85 minutes, including stoppage time, to achieve 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 take full responsibility for my reaction.'

Team Reaction

Gueye did not get an chance to converse with the manager or his teammates at the interval. Following the match, with the visitors' locker room celebrating after the 1-0 win, the veteran requested to speak to the entire group and the defender specifically.

• Gueye apologized to the defender for striking him across the head
• The heated 13th-minute confrontation occurred after a misplaced pass in his own penalty area
• He also apologized to the squad for leaving them with a difficult challenge
• Gueye's words were warmly received by the players

Potential Consequences

The 36-year-old could still be punished by Everton despite Moyes' admission that he appreciates his players competing with each other. The Scot has a standard disciplinary procedure for red and yellow cards, including financial penalties, which is expected to be implemented in this situation.

Ban and National Team Commitments

Everton could be without their key midfielder until the new year. Gueye will complete a three-match ban against Newcastle, Bournemouth and Nottingham Forest but could be called up for AFCON duty by Senegal before he becomes eligible to play against the Blues on mid-December.

'Passions can sometimes overflow,' Gueye continued. 'However, there's no excuse for such conduct.'

Opposition Perspective

At the same time, the Manchester United defender claimed United of lacking urgency in Monday's loss, which halted their winning streak at five games.

• 'The Premier League is not for the weak,' stated the Netherlands international
• 'We lacked that urgency to score goals,'
• 'Against a team like Everton,' who drop back it becomes challenging

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