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Idrissa Gueye was given a warm ovation from his Everton teammates after issuing an apology for his shocking red card during Monday's victory at Old Trafford.

Rare Situation in Premier League

Gueye became the first Premier League player to be sent off for hitting a fellow player in 17 years when he slapped Michael Keane during the match. The Toffees' display was remarkable as they competed with a man down for the majority of the game, including added time, to secure David Moyes' initial victory at Old Trafford as a visiting manager in multiple tries.

'My first apology goes to Michael Keane,' Gueye stated on his accounts. 'I accept complete responsibility for my actions.'

Team Reaction

The Senegalese international was unable to secure an chance to speak with Moyes or his teammates at half-time. Following the match, with the away dressing room celebrating after the 1-0 win, the veteran requested to speak to the entire group and Keane in particular.

• Gueye apologized to the defender for slapping him across the head
• The heated early confrontation occurred after a poor distribution in his own penalty area
• Additionally he apologized to the team for putting them with a monumental task
• His apology were warmly received by the squad

Potential Ramifications

The 36-year-old may yet be punished by the club despite the manager's statement that he likes his team members competing with each other. The Scot has a regular punishment process for red and yellow cards, including fines, which is likely to be applied in Gueye's case.

Suspension and National Team Duty

The Merseyside club could be without their key midfielder until the January. Gueye will serve a three-match ban against Newcastle United, AFC Bournemouth and Nottingham Forest but might be called up for Africa Cup of Nations responsibilities by his national team before he can return to play against the Blues on 13 December.

'Emotions can run high,' he added. 'However, there's no excuse for such conduct.'

Opposition Perspective

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

• 'The Premier League is not for the weak,' 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 Sunday's lunchtime start. 'The next game is really important now,' commented De Ligt. 'We have to bounce back from this performance.'