The Jambos Push Eight Points in Front at the Summit Following Shankland's Penalty Defeats The Glasgow Giants

A historic moment didn't occur at Tynecastle Park, with it being far too early for such landmarks. The encounter underlined is that the Edinburgh club have a genuine serious opportunity of ending Scottish football's 40-year title duopoly. That advantage stands at eight points for Hearts over their rivals, whom they decisively beat. Catch them if you can.

Decisive Period in the After the Break

A crucial three-minute spell made the difference, following a tight first half that was fiercely fought. It was remarkable after they took a 3-1 lead was how stress-free the closing stages of the game was for the home side. The Greek winger netted the second goal, cutting in from the left before blasting a strike past the motionless Kasper Schmeichel. More joy followed in the stands, Murray bringing down the Hearts player for a penalty that Shankland slotted home. Rodgers cut such a disconsolate figure; challenges abound for him.

The crowd erupted after Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against Celtic.

Hoops' Reaction

Celtic bounced back from an early setback. The defender, who endured a torrid afternoon, turned the ball into his own net due to haste when trying to remove a delivery from Shankland. Celtic edged their way back into the game, skipper McGregor, finishing a Kieran Tierney pull-back for the equaliser.

Stubborn Defence

The keeper Schwolow, who had denied from Nygren in the first half, parried an Engels shot which touched Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett blocked a Yamada attempt in added time. The hosts faced little else as the game concluded. “We remain resolute” has become the favoured chant at the stadium. It is becoming increasingly difficult the excitement.

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