🔗 Share this article Everton Teammates Give Applause to Gueye Following Apology for Keane Incident The Everton midfielder was given a warm ovation from his Everton teammates after issuing an apology for his extraordinary dismissal during Monday's victory at Old Trafford. Rare Incident in English Football Gueye became the first Premier League player to be dismissed for hitting a teammate in nearly two decades when he struck Michael Keane during the fixture. Everton's display was remarkable as they competed with 10 men for 85 minutes, including added time, to achieve David Moyes' initial victory at Old Trafford as a away coach in multiple tries. 'I want to apologise first to Michael Keane,' Gueye stated on social media. 'I accept complete responsibility for my actions.' Dressing Room Response The Senegalese international did not get an chance to converse with Moyes or his colleagues at half-time. Afterwards, with the away dressing room celebrating after the narrow victory, the 36-year-old requested to speak to the entire group and Keane specifically. He expressed regret to the defender for striking him across the head The heated 13th-minute altercation occurred after a poor distribution in his own penalty area He also said sorry to the team for putting them with a monumental task Gueye's words were warmly received by the players Possible Ramifications The 36-year-old may yet be punished by Everton despite Moyes' statement that he likes 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 International Commitments The Merseyside club could be without their influential player until the new year. The Senegalese international will complete a three-game suspension against Newcastle, Bournemouth and Nottingham Forest but could be selected for Africa Cup of Nations responsibilities by Senegal before he becomes eligible to play against Chelsea on 13 December. 'Passions can sometimes overflow,' Gueye continued. 'However, there's no excuse for such conduct.' Opposition Reaction Meanwhile, the Manchester United defender accused his team of showing no immediacy in Monday's loss, which halted their winning streak at five games. '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 head to Selhurst Park for Sunday's lunchtime start. 'The next game is really important now,' said De Ligt. 'We have to bounce back from this performance.'