The Tynecastle side Extend Eight Points Clear at Top Following Shankland's Spot-Kick Overcomes The Glasgow Giants

A historic moment didn't occur at Tynecastle, as it's far too early for such landmarks. The encounter underlined is that the Edinburgh club possess a real strong chance of ending Scottish football's long-standing stranglehold. Make that an eight-point lead for the team over Celtic, whom they decisively beat. The challenge is now for others.

Turning Point in the After the Break

A crucial three-minute spell made the difference, following a tight first half that was fiercely fought. It was remarkable after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how comfortable the rest of the game was for the home side. Alexandros Kyziridis doubled the lead, cutting in from the left before thumping a right-footed shot past the motionless the Celtic keeper. More joy followed in the stands, the Celtic defender upending Braga for a spot-kick that Lawrence Shankland slotted home. Brendan Rodgers cut such a disconsolate figure; his problems are mounting.

Supporters began celebrating after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against Celtic.

The Visitors' Fightback

The away side responded positively from an early setback. The defender, who struggled throughout, scored an own goal due to haste when trying to clear a Shankland cross. Celtic edged their way back into the game, skipper Callum McGregor, scoring a Tierney pull-back for 1-1.

Solid Backline

The Hearts goalkeeper Alexander Schwolow, who had denied from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, blocked an Engels shot which touched Magnússon. Craig Halkett stopped a Yamada attempt in added time. The hosts faced little else as the game concluded. “We stand firm” has become the popular anthem at Tynecastle. It's hard to ignore the excitement.

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