The Tynecastle side Push 8 Points Clear Ahead at the Summit After Shankland's Spot-Kick Overcomes The Glasgow Giants

A historic moment didn't occur at Tynecastle, as it's far too early for such landmarks. The encounter underlined is that Heart of Midlothian possess a real serious opportunity of ending Scottish football's long-standing dominance by two. They now lead by eight points for the team over the visitors, whom they easily dispatched. Catch them if you can.

Decisive Period in the Latter Period

A brief but pivotal phase made the difference, following a tight first half that was fiercely fought. It was remarkable after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how untroubled the rest of the game was for the hosts. The Greek winger netted the second goal, drifting inside before blasting a strike past the stationary the Celtic keeper. Delight increased in the stands, the Celtic defender fouling the Hearts player for a foul that the captain tucked away. Rodgers appeared frustrated; his problems are mounting.

Supporters began celebrating after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against the opposition.

The Visitors' Fightback

The away side responded positively from an early setback. The defender, who had a difficult day, turned the ball into his own net due to panic when trying to clear a ball into the box. They gradually fought back into the game, leader McGregor, turning home a Tierney pass for 1-1.

Stubborn Defence

The keeper Alexander Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, kept out an Arne Engels shot which flicked off Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett blocked a Yamada attempt in stoppage time. They comfortably saw out the game as the clock ticked down. “We stand firm” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at the stadium. It's hard to ignore the excitement.

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