🔗 Share this article Everton Squad Members Applaud Gueye Following Apology for Keane Slap Idrissa Gueye received a round of applause from his Everton teammates after delivering an explanation for his extraordinary dismissal during the recent triumph at Old Trafford. Rare Situation in English Football Gueye became the first Premier League player to be sent off for hitting a teammate in 17 years when he struck Michael Keane during the fixture. Everton's performance was remarkable as they played with a man down for 85 minutes, including stoppage time, to achieve David Moyes' first win at Old Trafford as a away coach in 18 attempts. 'My first apology goes to Michael Keane,' he wrote on his accounts. 'I take full responsibility for my reaction.' Team Reaction The Senegalese international did not get an opportunity to converse with the manager or his teammates at half-time. Following the match, with the away dressing room celebrating after the narrow victory, the 36-year-old asked to address the whole team and Keane in particular. He expressed regret to Keane for striking him across the face The intense early altercation occurred after a misplaced pass in his own penalty area He also apologized to the team for leaving them with a difficult challenge His apology were warmly received by the players Possible Ramifications The 36-year-old may yet be disciplined by the club despite Moyes' statement that he likes his players competing with each other. Moyes has a standard punishment process for dismissals and cautions, including fines, which is expected to be implemented in this situation. Suspension and International Commitments The Merseyside club could be without their key midfielder until the January. Gueye will serve a three-match suspension against Newcastle United, Bournemouth and Nottingham Forest but could be called up for Africa Cup of Nations duty by his national team before he can return to play against the Blues on 13 December. 'Emotions can run high,' he added. 'But nothing justifies such behaviour.' Rival Perspective Meanwhile, Mathijs de Ligt accused his team of lacking immediacy in the recent defeat, which ended their unbeaten run 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,' that defend deep it's difficult The Red Devils travel to Selhurst Park for Sunday's noon kickoff. 'Our upcoming match is absolutely crucial,' said De Ligt. 'We have to bounce back from this performance.'