The Jambos Push 8 Points Clear Ahead at the Pinnacle Following Shankland's Spot-Kick Sees Off The Hoops

We did not witness at Tynecastle, as it's far too early for such landmarks. This game highlighted is that the Edinburgh club are at least in with credible shot of breaking Scottish football's long-standing stranglehold. They now lead by eight points for the maroon side over Celtic, whom they easily dispatched. Try to chase them down.

Key Moments in the Latter Period

A crucial three-minute spell proved decisive, after an opening period that was fiercely fought. What was so notable after they took a 3-1 lead was how comfortable the remainder of the game was for the hosts. Kyziridis scored Hearts’ second, moving infield before blasting a strike past the motionless Kasper Schmeichel. Delight increased in the stands, Dane Murray bringing down the Hearts player for a spot-kick that the captain tucked away. The Celtic manager appeared frustrated; he hardly has his troubles to seek.

Supporters began celebrating after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against the opposition.

Celtic's Response

Celtic had actually recovered well from the hosts' quick opening. Dane Murray, who had a difficult day, scored an own goal due to haste when trying to deal with a delivery from Shankland. They gradually fought back into the game, the captain Callum McGregor, finishing a Kieran Tierney pull-back for the equaliser.

Hearts' Defensive Resilience

The keeper Alexander Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Nygren in the first half, blocked an Engels shot which deflected off Magnússon. Halkett blocked a Yamada attempt in added time. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the minutes passed. “We shall not be moved” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at the stadium. One cannot overlook the excitement.