Hearts Move 8 Points Clear Clear at Top After Shankland's Penalty Overcomes Celtic

History wasn't made at Tynecastle, as it's far too early for such achievements. What this match did emphasise is that Hearts have a genuine credible shot of disrupting Scottish football's 40-year dominance by two. They now lead by eight points for the team over Celtic, whom they decisively beat. Try to chase them down.

Decisive Period in the Second Half

A crucial three-minute spell made the difference, after an opening period that was contested closely. It was remarkable after they extended their advantage was how comfortable the remainder of the game was for the Tynecastle team. Kyziridis doubled the lead, cutting in from the left before firing a powerful effort past the stationary the goalkeeper. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Dane Murray upending Braga for a penalty that Shankland slotted home. Brendan Rodgers looked dejected; his problems are mounting.

The crowd erupted after Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against Celtic.

Celtic's Response

Celtic bounced back from an early setback. The defender, who endured a torrid afternoon, turned the ball into his own net due to haste when trying to clear a Shankland cross. Celtic edged their way back into the game, the captain McGregor, finishing a Kieran Tierney cutback for level terms.

Solid Backline

The keeper Alexander Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, blocked an Arne Engels shot which touched Magnússon. Craig Halkett blocked a Shin Yamada attempt in stoppage time. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the minutes passed. “We remain resolute” has become the favoured chant at the ground. It's hard to ignore the buzz.

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