The Tynecastle side Push 8 Points Ahead in Front at the Pinnacle Following Lawrence Shankland's Spot-Kick Overcomes The Hoops

History wasn't made at Tynecastle, with it being far too early for such achievements. What this match did emphasise is that Heart of Midlothian possess a real strong chance of disrupting Scottish football's 40-year title duopoly. They now lead by eight points for the maroon side over their rivals, whom they decisively beat. Try to chase them down.

Decisive Period in the Second Half

A brief but pivotal phase were key, once the initial exchanges that was evenly matched. It was remarkable after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how untroubled the closing stages of the game was for the hosts. Alexandros Kyziridis doubled the lead, drifting inside before blasting a strike past the static Kasper Schmeichel. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Murray upending Braga for a foul that Shankland converted. Rodgers looked dejected; his problems are mounting.

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

Hoops' Reaction

Celtic had actually recovered well from the hosts' quick opening. Dane Murray, who had a difficult day, turned the ball into his own net due to haste when trying to clear a ball into the box. Celtic edged their way back into the game, skipper McGregor, finishing a Kieran Tierney pass for 1-1.

Solid Backline

The Hearts goalkeeper Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, parried an Engels shot which touched Tómas Magnússon. Halkett thwarted a Yamada attempt in stoppage time. They comfortably saw out the game as the clock ticked down. “We shall not be moved” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at the ground. It's hard to ignore the buzz.

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