🔗 Share this article Everton Teammates Applaud Idrissa Gueye After Apology for Keane Incident The Everton midfielder was given a round of applause from his fellow squad members after issuing an explanation for his shocking dismissal during Monday's victory at Manchester United. Unprecedented Incident in English Football Gueye earned the distinction of being the initial Premier League player to be dismissed for striking a teammate in 17 years when he slapped Michael Keane during the match. The Toffees' display was remarkable as they played 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 18 attempts. 'My first apology goes to Michael Keane,' Gueye stated on his accounts. 'I take full responsibility for my reaction.' Dressing Room Response Gueye was unable to secure an chance to speak with Moyes or his colleagues at the interval. Following the match, with the away dressing room celebrating after the narrow victory, the 36-year-old requested to address the whole team and the defender in particular. Gueye apologized to Keane for slapping him across the face The heated 13th-minute altercation occurred after a poor distribution in his own penalty area Additionally he apologized to the team for putting them with a difficult challenge His apology were warmly received by the squad Possible Ramifications The 36-year-old could still be punished by Everton despite Moyes' statement that he likes his players competing with each other. Moyes has a regular punishment process for red and yellow cards, including financial penalties, which is expected to be implemented in this situation. Ban and International Duty The Merseyside club could be without their key midfielder until the new year. Gueye will serve a three-match suspension against Newcastle United, AFC Bournemouth and Forest but could be selected 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. 'But nothing justifies such behaviour.' Rival Perspective Meanwhile, Mathijs de Ligt claimed United of lacking immediacy in Monday's defeat, which halted their unbeaten run at multiple matches. 'The Premier League is not for the weak,' stated the Netherlands international 'We were missing the necessary intensity to find the net' 'When facing sides like Everton,' that defend deep it's difficult United travel to Selhurst Park for Sunday's noon kickoff. 'Our upcoming match is absolutely crucial,' commented De Ligt. 'We have to bounce back from this performance.'