The Jambos Extend Eight Points Clear at the Summit Following Shankland's Penalty Overcomes The Glasgow Giants

A historic moment didn't occur at Tynecastle, as it's far too early for such achievements. This game highlighted is that Heart of Midlothian possess a real serious opportunity of ending Scottish football's four decade-long title duopoly. That advantage stands at eight points for the maroon side over their rivals, whom they easily dispatched. Catch them if you can.

Turning Point in the After the Break

Three second-half minutes were key, after an opening period that was contested closely. The striking aspect after they extended their advantage was how comfortable the rest of the game was for the hosts. The Greek winger doubled the lead, moving infield before firing a powerful effort past the motionless the Celtic keeper. More joy followed in the stands, Dane Murray upending the Hearts player for a penalty that Lawrence Shankland converted. The Celtic manager cut such a disconsolate figure; his problems are mounting.

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

Celtic's Response

Celtic had actually recovered well from the hosts' quick opening. Murray, who struggled throughout, scored an own goal due to panic when trying to deal with a Shankland cross. Celtic edged their way back into the game, skipper McGregor, scoring a Tierney pass for 1-1.

Stubborn Defence

The shot-stopper Alexander Schwolow, who had denied from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, kept out an Arne Engels shot which touched Tómas Magnússon. Halkett thwarted a Yamada attempt in stoppage time. They comfortably saw out the game as the game concluded. “We shall not be moved” has become the favoured chant at the stadium. It is becoming increasingly difficult the buzz.

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