🔗 Share this article The Tynecastle side Move 8 Points in Front at the Summit Following Lawrence Shankland's Spot-Kick Sees Off Celtic History wasn't made at their home ground, as it's far too early for such landmarks. What this match did emphasise is that the Edinburgh club have a genuine strong chance of breaking Scottish football's 40-year stranglehold. Make that an eight-point lead for the team over Celtic, whom they decisively beat. Catch them if you can. Turning Point in the Latter Period A crucial three-minute spell were key, following a tight first half that was evenly matched. It was remarkable after they took a 3-1 lead was how comfortable the closing stages of the game was for the Tynecastle team. Kyziridis netted the second goal, moving infield before blasting a strike past the motionless Kasper Schmeichel. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Murray fouling the Hearts player for a foul that Lawrence Shankland slotted home. Brendan Rodgers cut such a disconsolate figure; his problems are mounting. Fans start to rejoice after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against Celtic. Celtic's Response The away side responded positively from the hosts' quick opening. Dane Murray, who struggled throughout, scored an own goal due to haste when trying to remove a delivery from Shankland. Celtic edged their way back into the game, skipper Callum McGregor, scoring a Kieran Tierney cutback for the equaliser. Solid Backline The shot-stopper Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, parried an Arne Engels shot which flicked off Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett thwarted a Yamada attempt in added time. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the clock ticked down. “We stand firm” has become the favoured chant at the ground. One cannot overlook the noise. Detailed coverage coming soon.