The Tynecastle side Push 8 Points in Front at the Summit After Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Kick Defeats The Glasgow Giants

We did not witness at Tynecastle, since it's far too early for such milestones. What this match did emphasise is that Hearts are at least in with serious opportunity of ending Scottish football's long-standing title duopoly. Make that an eight-point lead for the team over Celtic, whom they comfortably swatted aside. The challenge is now for others.

Key Moments in the After the Break

Three second-half minutes made the difference, after an opening period that was fiercely fought. The striking aspect after they extended their advantage was how untroubled the closing stages of the game was for the home side. Alexandros Kyziridis doubled the lead, drifting inside before blasting a strike past the static Kasper Schmeichel. More joy followed in the stands, Dane Murray upending the Hearts player for a foul that Shankland tucked away. The Celtic manager looked dejected; challenges abound for him.

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

The Visitors' Fightback

Celtic bounced back from the hosts' quick opening. The defender, who endured a torrid afternoon, turned the ball into his own net due to confusion when trying to clear a ball into the box. Celtic edged their way back into the game, leader McGregor, finishing a Tierney pull-back for the equaliser.

Stubborn Defence

The keeper Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Nygren in the first half, blocked an Engels shot which flicked off Magnússon. Halkett blocked a Shin Yamada attempt in added time. They comfortably saw out the game as the minutes passed. “We remain resolute” has become the favoured chant at Tynecastle. One cannot overlook the buzz.

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