The Jambos Push Eight Points Clear at the Pinnacle After Shankland's Penalty Kick Sees Off The Glasgow Giants
History wasn't made at Tynecastle Park, since it's far too early for such achievements. What this match did emphasise is that Hearts possess a real credible shot of ending Scottish football's 40-year title duopoly. Make that an eight-point lead for the team over Celtic, whom they easily dispatched. Try to chase them down.
Key Moments in the After the Break
A crucial three-minute spell proved decisive, once the initial exchanges that was contested closely. It was remarkable after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how comfortable the remainder of the game was for the Tynecastle team. Kyziridis scored Hearts’ second, cutting in from the left before blasting a strike past the static Kasper Schmeichel. More joy followed in the stands, Dane Murray upending Cláudio Braga for a spot-kick that the captain converted. Rodgers appeared frustrated; his problems are mounting.
Supporters began celebrating after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against the opposition.
The Visitors' Fightback
The away side responded positively from an early setback. Murray, who struggled throughout, conceded an own goal due to panic when trying to deal with a ball into the box. Celtic edged their way back into the game, leader McGregor, scoring a Kieran Tierney pull-back for the equaliser.
Hearts' Defensive Resilience
The keeper Alexander Schwolow, who had denied from Nygren in the first half, kept out an Engels shot which flicked off Magnússon. Halkett thwarted a Shin Yamada attempt in the dying moments. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the clock ticked down. “We shall not be moved” has become the popular anthem at Tynecastle. It is becoming increasingly difficult the noise.
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