Gueye sent off for striking team-mate – but Moyes ‘quite likes’ it

In a dramatic Premier League encounter, 10-man Everton secured a surprising 1-0 victory against Manchester United at Old Trafford, despite Idrissa Gueye’s controversial red card for striking teammate Michael Keane. The incident occurred in the 13th minute when Gueye and Keane engaged in a heated argument, culminating in Gueye slapping Keane in the face. Referee Tony Harrington immediately showed Gueye a straight red card for violent conduct, a decision upheld by VAR. Everton manager David Moyes expressed a peculiar approval of the altercation, stating he ‘quite likes’ when his players show such intensity, attributing it to the team’s resilience. Gueye later apologized on social media, taking full responsibility for his actions and vowing to ensure such behavior never recurs. Despite being a man down, Everton clinched the win with Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall’s 29th-minute goal, marking Moyes’ first victory at Old Trafford as a visiting manager in 18 attempts. The match also reignited discussions about teammate conflicts in football, with pundits and fans debating the severity of Gueye’s punishment. This rare incident joins the likes of Lee Bowyer and Kieron Dyer’s infamous 2005 clash, highlighting the emotional volatility in high-stakes matches.