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Idrissa Gueye received a round of applause from his Everton teammates after issuing an explanation for his extraordinary red card during the recent victory at Old Trafford.

Unprecedented Incident in Premier League

Gueye became the initial Premier League player to be sent off for hitting a teammate in nearly two decades when he struck Michael Keane during the match. The Toffees' performance was remarkable as they competed with a man down for 85 minutes, including stoppage time, to secure David Moyes' first win at Old Trafford as a visiting manager in 18 attempts.

'I want to apologise first to Michael Keane,' Gueye stated on social media. 'I take full responsibility for my reaction.'

Team Response

The Senegalese international was unable to secure an opportunity to speak with the manager or his colleagues at half-time. Following the match, with the visitors' locker room celebrating after the narrow victory, the veteran requested to address the entire group and Keane specifically.

• He expressed regret to the defender for striking him across the face
• The heated early altercation occurred after a misplaced pass in his own defensive third
• Additionally he apologized to the squad for putting them with a difficult challenge
• His apology were positively accepted by the squad

Possible Ramifications

The 36-year-old may yet be disciplined by Everton despite Moyes' statement that he appreciates his team members fighting with each other. Moyes has a regular punishment process for dismissals and cautions, including financial penalties, which is expected to be implemented in this situation.

Ban and International Commitments

Everton may find themselves without their key player until the January. Gueye will serve a three-game suspension against Newcastle United, Bournemouth and Nottingham Forest but could be selected for Africa Cup of Nations responsibilities by Senegal before he can return to play against the Blues on mid-December.

'Passions can sometimes overflow,' he added. 'However, there's no excuse for such conduct.'

Opposition Perspective

At the same time, Mathijs de Ligt claimed United of showing no urgency in Monday's loss, which halted their winning streak at multiple matches.

• 'English football doesn't tolerate weakness,' stated the Netherlands international
• 'We lacked that urgency to score goals,'
• 'When facing sides like Everton,' who drop back it's difficult

United travel to Selhurst Park for the weekend noon kickoff. 'Our upcoming match is absolutely crucial,' commented the defender. 'We must recover strongly from this display.'