The Tynecastle side Extend Eight Points Clear Clear at Top Following Lawrence Shankland's Spot-Kick Defeats Celtic

A historic moment didn't occur at Tynecastle, since it's far too early for such landmarks. What this match did emphasise is that Hearts are at least in with strong chance of breaking Scottish football's four decade-long stranglehold. That advantage stands at eight points for Hearts over their rivals, whom they decisively beat. Try to chase them down.

Turning Point in the Latter Period

Three second-half minutes proved decisive, once the initial exchanges that was evenly matched. The striking aspect after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how untroubled the remainder of the game was for the Tynecastle team. Kyziridis netted the second goal, cutting in from the left before firing a powerful effort past the stationary the Celtic keeper. More joy followed in the stands, Murray fouling Braga for a spot-kick that Shankland converted. Rodgers appeared frustrated; challenges abound for him.

Fans start to rejoice after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against Celtic.

Hoops' Reaction

The away side responded positively from an early setback. The defender, who struggled throughout, turned the ball into his own net due to panic when trying to deal with a delivery from Shankland. They gradually fought back into the game, the captain Callum McGregor, turning home a Tierney cutback for the equaliser.

Stubborn Defence

The keeper Schwolow, who had denied from Nygren in the first half, kept out an Arne Engels shot which touched Tómas Magnússon. Halkett thwarted a Shin Yamada attempt in the dying moments. They comfortably saw out the game as the clock ticked down. “We remain resolute” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at the stadium. One cannot overlook the excitement.

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