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Idrissa Gueye breaks silence after slapping Everton team-mate in win over Man United

Everton's Idrissa Gueye is held back by Jordan Pickford after a confrontation with team-mate Michael Keane — Everton's Idrissa Gueye is held back by Jordan Pickford after a confrontation with team-mate Michael Keane (Martin Rickett/PA Wire)

Idrissa Gueye was sent off for slapping his Everton team-mate Michael Keane during their match against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Monday.
The incident led to Gueye's dismissal for violent conduct, resulting in a three-match ban.
Despite playing with 10 men for over 80 minutes, including stoppage time, Everton secured a 1-0 victory against Manchester United.
Gueye issued a public apology on social media, taking full responsibility for his actions and expressing regret to Keane, his team-mates, staff, fans, and the club.
Everton manager David Moyes confirmed Gueye had apologised privately to Keane and questioned the referee's swift decision to issue a red card.

Idrissa Gueye issues public apology after seeing red for slapping Everton team-mate — In full