The Tynecastle side Push Eight Points Clear Clear at Top After Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Sees Off The Hoops

A historic moment didn't occur at Tynecastle Park, since it's far too early for such achievements. This game highlighted is that the Edinburgh club have a genuine credible shot of ending Scottish football's 40-year title duopoly. They now lead by eight points for the team over Celtic, whom they easily dispatched. The challenge is now for others.

Key Moments in the Latter Period

A brief but pivotal phase were key, after an opening period that was evenly matched. What was so notable after they extended their advantage was how comfortable the closing stages of the game was for the home side. Alexandros Kyziridis scored Hearts’ second, cutting in from the left before firing a powerful effort past the stationary the Celtic keeper. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Dane Murray fouling Braga for a foul that Shankland tucked away. Brendan Rodgers appeared frustrated; challenges abound for him.

Fans start to rejoice after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against the opposition.

Celtic's Response

Celtic bounced back from an early setback. The defender, who endured a torrid afternoon, scored an own goal due to panic when trying to deal with a Shankland cross. They gradually fought back into the game, leader McGregor, scoring a Kieran Tierney pass for level terms.

Stubborn Defence

The keeper Alexander Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Nygren in the first half, parried an Arne Engels shot which touched Magnússon. Halkett stopped a Shin Yamada attempt in added time. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the game concluded. “We shall not be moved” has become the favoured chant at the ground. One cannot overlook the excitement.

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