Hearts Move Eight Points Clear Clear at the Summit After Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Kick Defeats The Hoops

History wasn't made at their home ground, with it being far too early for such achievements. What this match did emphasise is that Heart of Midlothian are at least in with credible shot of breaking Scottish football's long-standing title duopoly. Make that an eight-point lead for the maroon side over Celtic, whom they comfortably swatted aside. Try to chase them down.

Key Moments in the Latter Period

A brief but pivotal phase proved decisive, following a tight first half that was fiercely fought. It was remarkable after they took a 3-1 lead was how untroubled the remainder of the game was for the Tynecastle team. The Greek winger netted the second goal, drifting inside before thumping a right-footed shot past the motionless the goalkeeper. Delight increased in the stands, Dane Murray fouling the Hearts player for a foul that Lawrence Shankland slotted home. The Celtic manager appeared frustrated; challenges abound for him.

The crowd erupted after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against the opposition.

Celtic's Response

Celtic bounced back from an early setback. Dane Murray, who had a difficult day, turned the ball into his own net due to confusion when trying to clear a delivery from Shankland. They gradually fought back into the game, the captain Callum McGregor, finishing a Kieran Tierney cutback for the equaliser.

Stubborn Defence

The keeper Alexander Schwolow, who had denied from Nygren in the first half, kept out an Engels shot which touched Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett thwarted a Yamada attempt in added time. The hosts faced little else as the game concluded. “We remain resolute” has become the popular anthem at the stadium. It is becoming increasingly difficult the excitement.

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