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The Everton midfielder received a warm ovation from his Everton teammates after issuing an explanation for his shocking dismissal during Monday's triumph at Old Trafford.

Rare Situation in Premier League

The midfielder became the first Premier League player to be sent off for striking a fellow player in 17 years when he struck his defensive colleague during the fixture. Everton's display was heroic as they played with a man down for 85 minutes, including stoppage 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 his accounts. 'I take full responsibility for my reaction.'

Team Reaction

The Senegalese international did not get an chance to speak with the manager or his colleagues at the interval. Following the match, with the visitors' locker room celebrating after the narrow victory, the veteran asked to address the whole team and the defender specifically.

• He expressed regret to the defender for striking him across the head
• The heated 13th-minute confrontation occurred after a poor distribution in his own penalty area
• He also said sorry to the team for putting them with a difficult challenge
• Gueye's words were positively accepted by the squad

Potential Ramifications

The 36-year-old could still be disciplined by Everton despite the manager's statement that he appreciates his team members competing with each other. The Scot has a standard punishment process for dismissals and cautions, including financial penalties, which is expected to be applied in Gueye's case.

Suspension and International Commitments

The Merseyside club may find themselves without their key midfielder until the new year. The Senegalese international will serve a three-game ban against Newcastle United, Bournemouth and Forest but could be selected for Africa Cup of Nations responsibilities by his national team before he can return to play against Chelsea on mid-December.

'Emotions can run high,' he added. 'But nothing justifies such behaviour.'

Opposition Perspective

Meanwhile, the Manchester United defender accused his team of lacking urgency in Monday's loss, which ended their winning streak at multiple matches.

• 'The Premier League is not for the weak,' said the Dutch defender
• 'We were missing the necessary intensity to find the net'
• 'Against a team like Everton,' who drop back it becomes challenging

The Red Devils head to Crystal Palace for Sunday's noon kickoff. 'Our upcoming match is absolutely crucial,' said the defender. 'We have to bounce back from this performance.'