Hearts Move Eight Points Ahead Ahead at the Summit After Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Overcomes Celtic

A historic moment didn't occur at Tynecastle Park, since it's far too early for such landmarks. This game highlighted is that the Edinburgh club possess a real strong chance of ending Scottish football's four decade-long dominance by two. They now lead by eight points for the maroon side over the visitors, whom they comfortably swatted aside. Try to chase them down.

Key Moments in the After the Break

Three second-half minutes proved decisive, following a tight first half that was fiercely fought. It was remarkable after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how stress-free the closing stages of the game was for the hosts. Alexandros Kyziridis scored Hearts’ second, drifting inside before thumping a right-footed shot past the motionless Kasper Schmeichel. More joy followed in the stands, Murray fouling the Hearts player for a spot-kick that Lawrence Shankland converted. The Celtic manager appeared frustrated; he hardly has his troubles to seek.

Fans start to rejoice after Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against the opposition.

Celtic's Response

Celtic had actually recovered well from an early setback. Murray, who struggled throughout, scored an own goal due to confusion when trying to deal with a Shankland cross. They gradually fought back into the game, the captain McGregor, turning home a Kieran Tierney pull-back for level terms.

Stubborn Defence

The shot-stopper Alexander Schwolow, who had denied from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, blocked an Arne Engels shot which touched Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett thwarted a Shin Yamada attempt in added time. The hosts faced little else as the clock ticked down. “We remain resolute” has become the favoured chant at the stadium. It is becoming increasingly difficult the noise.

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