The Jambos Extend Eight Points Clear in Front at the Summit After Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Overcomes The Glasgow Giants

We did not witness at Tynecastle Park, since it's far too early for such landmarks. What this match did emphasise is that Hearts have a genuine strong chance of disrupting Scottish football's 40-year dominance by two. That advantage stands at eight points for the team over Celtic, whom they comfortably swatted aside. Catch them if you can.

Turning Point in the Latter Period

A brief but pivotal phase made the difference, following a tight first half that was fiercely fought. What was so notable after they extended their advantage was how untroubled the rest of the game was for the hosts. The Greek winger doubled the lead, cutting in from the left before blasting a strike past the stationary Kasper Schmeichel. More joy followed in the stands, the Celtic defender fouling the Hearts player for a spot-kick that Shankland slotted home. Brendan Rodgers appeared frustrated; challenges abound for him.

Fans start to rejoice after Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against Celtic.

Hoops' Reaction

Celtic bounced back from the hosts' quick opening. Murray, who had a difficult day, scored an own goal due to confusion when trying to clear a Shankland cross. Celtic edged their way back into the game, the captain Callum McGregor, turning home a Kieran Tierney pull-back for the equaliser.

Solid Backline

The Hearts goalkeeper Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Nygren in the first half, blocked an Arne Engels shot which deflected off Tómas Magnússon. Halkett stopped a Shin Yamada attempt in the dying moments. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the minutes passed. “We stand firm” has become the favoured chant at Tynecastle. It is becoming increasingly difficult the excitement.

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