đź”— Share this article Everton Squad Members Applaud Gueye Following Apology for Keane Incident The Everton midfielder received a round of applause from his fellow squad members after delivering an explanation for his shocking red card during the recent triumph at Manchester United. Unprecedented Situation in English Football The midfielder earned the distinction of being the first Premier League player to be dismissed for hitting a teammate in nearly two decades when he slapped Michael Keane during the match. The Toffees' display was heroic as they played with a man down for the majority of the game, including added 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 social media. 'I accept complete responsibility for my actions.' Dressing Room Reaction The Senegalese international did not get an chance to speak with the manager or his teammates at the interval. Following the match, with the visitors' locker room celebrating after the 1-0 win, the 36-year-old requested to address the entire group and Keane specifically. He expressed regret to the defender for striking him across the head The intense early altercation occurred after a misplaced pass in his own defensive third He also said sorry to the team for leaving them with a difficult challenge His apology were warmly received by the players Potential Ramifications Gueye could still be punished by the club despite the manager's admission that he appreciates his players fighting with each other. The Scot has a standard disciplinary procedure for red and yellow cards, including financial penalties, which is likely to be implemented in Gueye's case. Suspension and National Team Duty The Merseyside club could be without their influential player until the January. The Senegalese international will serve a three-match suspension against Newcastle, Bournemouth and Forest but could be selected for AFCON duty by Senegal before he can return to play against the Blues on 13 December. 'Emotions can run high,' he added. 'But nothing justifies such behaviour.' Opposition Reaction At the same time, Mathijs de Ligt claimed United of lacking immediacy in the recent loss, which halted their unbeaten run at multiple matches. 'English football doesn't tolerate weakness,' 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 The Red Devils head to Crystal Palace for Sunday's lunchtime start. 'Our upcoming match is absolutely crucial,' said De Ligt. 'We have to bounce back from this performance.'