Toffees Squad Members Give Applause to Gueye After Sincere Apology for Keane Incident

The Everton midfielder received a round of applause from his fellow squad members after issuing an explanation for his shocking red card during the recent triumph at Manchester United.

Unprecedented Incident in Premier League

Gueye became the initial Premier League player to be sent off for striking a teammate in 17 years when he struck Michael Keane during the match. Everton's display was remarkable as they competed with 10 men for 85 minutes, including stoppage time, to achieve David Moyes' first win at Old Trafford as a visiting manager in 18 attempts.

'My first apology goes to Michael Keane,' he wrote on social media. 'I accept complete responsibility for my actions.'

Dressing Room Response

The Senegalese international was unable to secure an chance to converse with Moyes or his teammates at half-time. Following the match, with the away dressing room celebrating after the narrow victory, the 36-year-old requested to address the whole team and Keane specifically.

• He expressed regret to Keane for slapping him across the head
• The intense early altercation occurred after a poor distribution in his own penalty area
• He also apologized to the team for leaving them with a monumental task
• His apology were positively accepted by the squad

Possible Consequences

The 36-year-old could still be disciplined by Everton despite Moyes' admission that he likes his players fighting with each other. Moyes has a regular disciplinary procedure for red and yellow cards, including financial penalties, which is likely to be implemented in Gueye's case.

Ban and International Duty

Everton could be without their influential midfielder until the new year. Gueye will serve a three-game suspension against Newcastle United, AFC Bournemouth and Nottingham Forest but might be called up for Africa Cup of Nations duty by Senegal before he can return to play against Chelsea on mid-December.

'Passions can sometimes overflow,' Gueye continued. 'But nothing justifies such behaviour.'

Opposition Perspective

Meanwhile, the Manchester United defender claimed United of lacking immediacy in the recent loss, which halted their unbeaten run at five games.

• 'English football doesn't tolerate weakness,' stated the Dutch defender
• 'We lacked that urgency to score goals,'
• 'Against a team like Everton,' that defend deep it becomes challenging

The Red Devils travel to Crystal Palace for the weekend noon kickoff. 'Our upcoming match is absolutely crucial,' commented De Ligt. 'We have to bounce back from this performance.'