🔗 Share this article Hearts Push Eight Points Ahead at Top Following Shankland's Penalty Kick Overcomes The Hoops 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 serious opportunity of breaking Scottish football's four decade-long title duopoly. That advantage stands at eight points for the maroon side over Celtic, whom they easily dispatched. Try to chase them down. Decisive Period in the Latter Period A brief but pivotal phase were key, after an opening period that was evenly matched. What was so notable after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how untroubled the closing stages of the game was for the home side. Kyziridis netted the second goal, cutting in from the left before firing a powerful effort past the motionless Kasper Schmeichel. Delight increased in the stands, the Celtic defender bringing down Cláudio Braga for a foul that the captain slotted home. Brendan Rodgers appeared frustrated; challenges abound for him. Fans start to rejoice after Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against the opposition. The Visitors' Fightback Celtic had actually recovered well from the hosts' quick opening. The defender, who endured a torrid afternoon, turned the ball into his own net due to haste when trying to clear a delivery from Shankland. Celtic edged their way back into the game, skipper Callum McGregor, turning home a Kieran Tierney pull-back for the equaliser. Hearts' Defensive Resilience The keeper Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, kept out an Arne Engels shot which flicked off Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett blocked a Yamada attempt in stoppage time. The hosts faced little else as the clock ticked down. “We shall not be moved” has become the favoured chant at the stadium. One cannot overlook the buzz. Complete analysis coming soon.