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Idrissa Gueye was given a round of applause from his fellow squad members after delivering an explanation for his extraordinary red card during the recent triumph at Old Trafford.

Unprecedented Situation in Premier League

The midfielder became the initial Premier League player to be dismissed for hitting a teammate in nearly two decades when he slapped his defensive colleague during the match. Everton's display was heroic as they competed with a man down for the majority of the game, including added 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 social media. 'I accept complete responsibility for my actions.'

Team Response

The Senegalese international did not get an opportunity to speak with Moyes or his colleagues at the interval. Afterwards, with the away dressing room buzzing after the narrow victory, the 36-year-old asked to speak to the entire group and Keane in particular.

• He expressed regret to Keane for striking him across the face
• The heated 13th-minute confrontation occurred after a poor distribution in his own defensive third
• Additionally he apologized to the squad for putting them with a monumental task
• His apology were warmly received by the players

Possible Consequences

Gueye could still be disciplined by Everton despite Moyes' admission that he likes his team members fighting with each other. The Scot has a standard punishment process for dismissals and cautions, including fines, which is likely to be implemented in Gueye's case.

Ban and International Commitments

The Merseyside club could be without their influential midfielder until the January. The Senegalese international will complete a three-match suspension against Newcastle, Bournemouth and Forest but could be called up for Africa Cup of Nations duty by his national team before he becomes eligible to play against the Blues on 13 December.

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

Rival Perspective

Meanwhile, the Manchester United defender claimed United of lacking urgency in Monday's loss, which ended their unbeaten run at multiple matches.

• 'English football doesn't tolerate weakness,' stated the Netherlands international
• 'We were missing the necessary intensity to find the net'
• 'Against a team like Everton,' that defend deep it's difficult

United head to Crystal Palace for the weekend noon kickoff. 'The next game is really important now,' said De Ligt. 'We have to bounce back from this performance.'