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The Everton midfielder received a round of applause from his fellow squad members after delivering an apology for his extraordinary red card during the recent triumph at Old Trafford.

Rare Situation in Premier League

Gueye became the first Premier League player to be dismissed for striking a teammate in 17 years when he slapped Michael Keane during the fixture. Everton's performance was remarkable as they played 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 18 attempts.

'My first apology goes to Michael Keane,' Gueye stated on his accounts. 'I take full responsibility for my reaction.'

Team Response

The Senegalese international did not get an opportunity to converse with Moyes or his colleagues at half-time. Following the match, with the visitors' locker room celebrating after the 1-0 win, the 36-year-old requested to speak to the entire group and Keane specifically.

• Gueye apologized to Keane for slapping him across the head
• The heated early confrontation occurred after a misplaced pass in his own defensive third
• Additionally he said sorry to the team for leaving them with a monumental task
• Gueye's words were positively accepted by the squad

Potential Consequences

The 36-year-old could still be punished by the club despite the manager's admission that he appreciates his players competing with each other. The Scot has a standard disciplinary procedure for red and yellow cards, including fines, which is likely to be applied in Gueye's case.

Ban and National Team Duty

Everton could be without their influential midfielder until the January. Gueye will complete a three-match suspension against Newcastle, AFC Bournemouth and Forest but could be selected for Africa Cup of Nations duty by Senegal before he becomes eligible to play against Chelsea on 13 December.

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

Rival Reaction

At the same time, the Manchester United defender claimed his team of showing no urgency in the recent defeat, which halted their winning streak at multiple matches.

• 'English football doesn't tolerate weakness,' stated the Netherlands international
• 'We were missing the necessary intensity to find the net'
• 'When facing sides like Everton,' who drop back it becomes challenging

The Red Devils head to Selhurst Park for Sunday's lunchtime start. 'The next game is really important now,' commented the defender. 'We must recover strongly from this display.'