The Jambos Push Eight Points Ahead Clear at Top After Lawrence Shankland's Spot-Kick Sees Off The Glasgow Giants
History wasn't made at Tynecastle, as it's far too early for such milestones. The encounter underlined is that Hearts have a genuine credible shot of disrupting Scottish football's long-standing title duopoly. They now lead by eight points for the team over the visitors, whom they decisively beat. The challenge is now for others.
Decisive Period in the After the Break
A brief but pivotal phase made the difference, once the initial exchanges that was evenly matched. The striking aspect after they took a 3-1 lead was how comfortable the remainder of the game was for the Tynecastle team. The Greek winger netted the second goal, cutting in from the left before thumping a right-footed shot past the motionless the goalkeeper. Delight increased in the stands, the Celtic defender upending the Hearts player for a foul that Shankland tucked away. Brendan Rodgers cut such a disconsolate figure; he hardly has his troubles to seek.
Supporters began celebrating after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against Celtic.
The Visitors' Fightback
Celtic had actually recovered well from an early setback. Dane Murray, who had a difficult day, conceded an own goal due to confusion when trying to clear a ball into the box. The Hoops worked their way into the game, leader McGregor, finishing a Tierney pull-back for level terms.
Hearts' Defensive Resilience
The keeper Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Nygren in the first half, blocked an Engels shot which deflected off Tómas Magnússon. Halkett thwarted a Shin Yamada attempt in added time. The hosts faced little else as the minutes passed. “We shall not be moved” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at the stadium. It is becoming increasingly difficult the buzz.
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