The Jambos Move 8 Points Ahead at Top After Shankland's Penalty Kick Sees Off The Hoops

History wasn't made at Tynecastle Park, since it's far too early for such landmarks. The encounter underlined is that the Edinburgh club possess a real credible shot of disrupting Scottish football's 40-year title duopoly. They now lead by eight points for the team over their rivals, whom they decisively beat. The challenge is now for others.

Turning Point in the Latter Period

Three second-half minutes proved decisive, after an opening period that was evenly matched. The striking aspect after they extended their advantage was how comfortable the closing stages of the game was for the home side. Kyziridis doubled the lead, cutting in from the left before firing a powerful effort past the motionless Kasper Schmeichel. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, the Celtic defender bringing down Braga for a penalty that Lawrence Shankland converted. Brendan Rodgers looked dejected; he hardly has his troubles to seek.

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

Hoops' Reaction

The away side responded positively from the hosts' quick opening. Murray, who struggled throughout, conceded an own goal due to haste when trying to clear a Shankland cross. They gradually fought back into the game, leader McGregor, turning home a Tierney cutback for 1-1.

Stubborn Defence

The Hearts goalkeeper Schwolow, who had denied from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, blocked an Arne Engels shot which flicked off Magnússon. Halkett thwarted a Yamada attempt in stoppage time. They comfortably saw out the game as the game concluded. “We remain resolute” has become the favoured chant at the stadium. It's hard to ignore the noise.

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