The Jambos Move 8 Points in Front at the Summit Following Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Kick Sees Off Celtic
A historic moment didn't occur at Tynecastle, since it's far too early for such landmarks. This game highlighted is that the Edinburgh club possess a real credible shot of breaking Scottish football's four decade-long stranglehold. That advantage stands at eight points for the team over the visitors, whom they comfortably swatted aside. Catch them if you can.
Key Moments in the After the Break
A crucial three-minute spell made the difference, after an opening period that was fiercely fought. What was so notable after they took a 3-1 lead was how stress-free the closing stages of the game was for the Tynecastle team. Alexandros Kyziridis doubled the lead, moving infield before blasting a strike past the stationary Kasper Schmeichel. Delight increased in the stands, Murray upending the Hearts player for a penalty that the captain converted. Rodgers appeared frustrated; his problems are mounting.
The crowd erupted after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against Celtic.
Celtic's Response
The away side responded positively from Hearts’ rapid start. The defender, who endured a torrid afternoon, scored an own goal due to panic when trying to deal with a ball into the box. They gradually fought back into the game, leader Callum McGregor, turning home a Tierney cutback for 1-1.
Stubborn Defence
The keeper Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Nygren in the first half, blocked an Engels shot which flicked off Tómas Magnússon. Halkett blocked a Shin Yamada attempt in the dying moments. The hosts faced little else as the game concluded. “We stand firm” has become the popular anthem at Tynecastle. It is becoming increasingly difficult the excitement.
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