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The Everton midfielder was given a round of applause from his fellow squad members after issuing an apology for his shocking dismissal during the recent triumph at Manchester United.

Unprecedented Situation in Premier League

The midfielder became the initial Premier League player to be dismissed for striking a teammate in 17 years when he slapped his defensive colleague during the match. Everton's display was heroic as they played with 10 men for the majority of the game, including added time, to secure David Moyes' first win at Old Trafford as a visiting manager in multiple tries.

'I want to apologise first to Michael Keane,' he wrote on his accounts. 'I take full responsibility for my reaction.'

Dressing Room Response

Gueye was unable to secure an opportunity to converse with the manager or his teammates at the interval. Following the match, with the visitors' locker room buzzing after the narrow victory, the veteran asked to speak to the entire group and Keane specifically.

• Gueye apologized to Keane for striking him across the head
• The intense 13th-minute confrontation occurred after a poor distribution in his own defensive third
• Additionally he apologized to the squad for leaving them with a difficult challenge
• His apology were warmly received by the players

Potential Ramifications

The 36-year-old may yet be punished by the club despite the manager's statement that he appreciates his team members fighting with each other. Moyes has a standard disciplinary procedure for red and yellow cards, including fines, which is likely to be applied in this situation.

Suspension and International Duty

The Merseyside club may find themselves without their influential player until the January. The Senegalese international will serve a three-game suspension against Newcastle, AFC 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.

'Emotions can run high,' Gueye continued. 'However, there's no excuse for such conduct.'

Opposition Reaction

Meanwhile, Mathijs de Ligt claimed United of showing no urgency in Monday's defeat, which ended their unbeaten run at multiple matches.

• 'The Premier League is not for the weak,' stated the Netherlands international
• 'We were missing the necessary intensity to find the net'
• 'When facing sides like Everton,' that defend deep it's difficult

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