🔗 Share this article Hearts Push 8 Points in Front at Top After Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Kick Overcomes The Hoops A historic moment didn't occur at Tynecastle Park, with it being far too early for such landmarks. The encounter underlined is that the Edinburgh club have a genuine strong chance of disrupting Scottish football's four decade-long dominance by two. They now lead by eight points for the maroon side over their rivals, whom they easily dispatched. The challenge is now for others. Decisive Period in the Second Half A brief but pivotal phase proved decisive, following a tight first half that was contested closely. It was remarkable after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how untroubled the closing stages of the game was for the home side. The Greek winger netted the second goal, cutting in from the left before thumping a right-footed shot past the stationary Kasper Schmeichel. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Murray upending Cláudio Braga for a foul that Lawrence Shankland slotted home. Rodgers cut such a disconsolate figure; his problems are mounting. Fans start to rejoice after Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against the opposition. The Visitors' Fightback Celtic bounced back from an early setback. Dane Murray, who had a difficult day, turned the ball into his own net due to confusion when trying to deal with a Shankland cross. The Hoops worked their way into the game, the captain Callum McGregor, turning home a Tierney pass for level terms. Hearts' Defensive Resilience The shot-stopper Schwolow, who had denied from Nygren in the first half, blocked an Arne Engels shot which touched Magnússon. Craig Halkett thwarted a Shin Yamada attempt in the dying moments. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the game concluded. “We stand firm” has become the favoured chant at the stadium. One cannot overlook the excitement. Detailed coverage coming soon.