🔗 Share this article Everton Teammates Applaud Gueye Following Apology for Keane Slap Idrissa Gueye received a warm ovation from his Everton teammates after issuing an apology for his extraordinary red card during the recent victory at Manchester United. Unprecedented Incident in Premier League The midfielder earned the distinction of being the initial Premier League player to be sent off for striking a fellow player in 17 years when he struck Michael Keane during the match. The Toffees' display was heroic as they played with a man down for 85 minutes, 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 social media. 'I take full responsibility for my reaction.' Dressing Room Response The Senegalese international did not get an chance to converse with Moyes or his teammates at the interval. Following the match, with the visitors' locker room celebrating after the 1-0 win, the 36-year-old requested to address the whole team and Keane in particular. He expressed regret to Keane for slapping him across the face The intense early altercation occurred after a misplaced pass in his own defensive third He also said sorry to the team for leaving them with a difficult challenge Gueye's words were positively accepted by the players Potential Consequences Gueye may yet be punished by Everton despite Moyes' statement that he appreciates his players fighting with each other. The Scot has a regular disciplinary procedure for dismissals and cautions, including financial penalties, which is expected to be applied in Gueye's case. Suspension and International Duty Everton may find themselves without their key player until the January. The Senegalese international will complete a three-game ban against Newcastle United, Bournemouth and Forest but could be called up for Africa Cup of Nations duty by his national team before he can return to play against Chelsea on mid-December. 'Emotions can run high,' Gueye continued. 'But nothing justifies such behaviour.' Opposition Reaction Meanwhile, the Manchester United defender claimed his team of showing no urgency in Monday's defeat, 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' 'When facing sides like Everton,' who drop back it becomes challenging The Red Devils travel to Crystal Palace for Sunday's noon kickoff. 'The next game is really important now,' said De Ligt. 'We must recover strongly from this display.'