Hearts Extend 8 Points Ahead in Front at Top After Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Defeats The Glasgow Giants

History wasn't made at Tynecastle, since it's far too early for such milestones. The encounter underlined is that Heart of Midlothian have a genuine credible shot of disrupting Scottish football's 40-year stranglehold. They now lead by eight points for Hearts over the visitors, whom they decisively beat. The challenge is now for others.

Decisive Period in the Latter Period

A crucial three-minute spell made the difference, following a tight first half that was contested closely. What was so notable after they extended their advantage was how comfortable the closing stages of the game was for the Tynecastle team. Alexandros Kyziridis netted the second goal, drifting inside before firing a powerful effort past the static the Celtic keeper. Delight increased in the stands, Murray bringing down Braga for a penalty that Shankland tucked away. Brendan Rodgers looked dejected; he hardly has his troubles to seek.

Fans start to rejoice after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against the opposition.

The Visitors' Fightback

Celtic bounced back from an early setback. Murray, who endured a torrid afternoon, scored an own goal due to panic when trying to remove a delivery from Shankland. The Hoops worked their way into the game, skipper Callum McGregor, scoring a Kieran Tierney pull-back for 1-1.

Stubborn Defence

The keeper Alexander Schwolow, who had denied from Nygren in the first half, kept out an Engels shot which touched Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett stopped a Shin Yamada attempt in added time. The hosts faced little else as the clock ticked down. “We remain resolute” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at Tynecastle. One cannot overlook the excitement.

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