The Tynecastle side Move 8 Points Ahead Ahead at Top Following Shankland's Penalty Overcomes Celtic
History wasn't made at Tynecastle Park, since it's far too early for such achievements. The encounter underlined is that the Edinburgh club possess a real serious opportunity of disrupting Scottish football's 40-year stranglehold. They now lead by eight points for Hearts over Celtic, whom they decisively beat. Catch them if you can.
Turning Point in the Latter Period
A crucial three-minute spell made the difference, following a tight first half that was fiercely fought. What was so notable after they took a 3-1 lead was how untroubled the rest of the game was for the home side. The Greek winger doubled the lead, drifting inside before thumping a right-footed shot past the static the goalkeeper. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Dane Murray fouling Cláudio Braga for a spot-kick that the captain tucked away. Brendan Rodgers appeared frustrated; his problems are mounting.
Supporters began celebrating after Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against Celtic.
The Visitors' Fightback
The away side responded positively from the hosts' quick opening. The defender, who endured a torrid afternoon, scored an own goal due to haste when trying to remove a delivery from Shankland. They gradually fought back into the game, skipper McGregor, scoring a Kieran Tierney cutback for the equaliser.
Stubborn Defence
The keeper Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, blocked an Arne Engels shot which flicked off Magnússon. Craig Halkett blocked a Yamada attempt in the dying moments. The hosts faced little else as the game concluded. “We remain resolute” has become the popular anthem at Tynecastle. It's hard to ignore the noise.
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