🔗 Share this article Hearts Push 8 Points Ahead Ahead at the Pinnacle After Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Kick Defeats Celtic History wasn't made at Tynecastle Park, as it's far too early for such landmarks. The encounter underlined is that Hearts possess a real strong chance of breaking Scottish football's long-standing title duopoly. They now lead by eight points for the team over Celtic, whom they easily dispatched. Try to chase them down. Decisive Period in the Latter Period A brief but pivotal phase proved decisive, once the initial exchanges that was fiercely fought. The striking aspect after they took a 3-1 lead was how stress-free the remainder of the game was for the Tynecastle team. The Greek winger doubled the lead, drifting inside before blasting a strike past the motionless the goalkeeper. More joy followed in the stands, Dane Murray upending Cláudio Braga for a penalty that the captain slotted home. Rodgers appeared frustrated; he hardly has his troubles to seek. Supporters began celebrating after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against Celtic. The Visitors' Fightback Celtic bounced back from the hosts' quick opening. The defender, who endured a torrid afternoon, conceded an own goal due to haste when trying to deal with a delivery from Shankland. The Hoops worked their way into the game, leader McGregor, turning home a Tierney cutback for the equaliser. Solid Backline The Hearts goalkeeper Alexander Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Nygren in the first half, parried an Arne Engels shot which flicked off Tómas Magnússon. Halkett blocked a Yamada attempt in the dying moments. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the game concluded. “We shall not be moved” has become the popular anthem at Tynecastle. One cannot overlook the excitement. Full report will be available.