🔗 Share this article Everton Squad Members Applaud Idrissa Gueye After Apology for Keane Slap Idrissa Gueye was given a round of applause from his Everton teammates after issuing an explanation for his shocking red card during the recent triumph at Old Trafford. Rare Incident in English Football The midfielder became the first Premier League player to be sent off for hitting a teammate in 17 years when he struck Michael Keane during the match. Everton's performance was remarkable as they played with 10 men for the majority of the game, including added time, to achieve David Moyes' initial victory at Old Trafford as a away coach in 18 attempts. 'I want to apologise first to Michael Keane,' Gueye stated 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 teammates at the interval. Following the match, with the away dressing room buzzing after the narrow victory, the veteran requested to speak to the entire group and Keane specifically. He expressed regret to Keane for striking him across the head The heated 13th-minute altercation occurred after a poor distribution in his own penalty area Additionally he said sorry to the team for leaving them with a difficult challenge Gueye's words were warmly received by the players Potential Ramifications Gueye could still be disciplined by Everton despite Moyes' admission that he appreciates his players competing with each other. Moyes has a standard disciplinary procedure for dismissals and cautions, including fines, which is likely to be applied in Gueye's case. Suspension and National Team Commitments Everton could be without their key player until the January. Gueye will serve a three-match suspension against Newcastle United, AFC Bournemouth and Forest but might be selected for AFCON duty by his national team before he becomes eligible to play against Chelsea on 13 December. 'Emotions can run high,' he added. 'However, there's no excuse for such conduct.' Rival Reaction Meanwhile, the Manchester United defender claimed United of showing no immediacy in the recent loss, which halted their winning streak 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' 'Against a team like Everton,' that defend deep it's difficult The Red Devils 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.'