🔗 Share this article The Jambos Push Eight Points Ahead Ahead at the Summit Following Lawrence Shankland's Spot-Kick Sees Off Celtic We did not witness at Tynecastle Park, as it's far too early for such landmarks. The encounter underlined is that Heart of Midlothian are at least in with strong chance of ending Scottish football's 40-year stranglehold. Make that an eight-point lead for the maroon side over Celtic, whom they comfortably swatted aside. The challenge is now for others. Key Moments in the Latter Period A brief but pivotal phase made the difference, once the initial exchanges that was contested closely. It was remarkable after they took a 3-1 lead was how stress-free the rest of the game was for the hosts. Alexandros Kyziridis doubled the lead, moving infield before thumping a right-footed shot past the motionless Kasper Schmeichel. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Murray upending Cláudio Braga for a spot-kick that Shankland slotted home. Brendan Rodgers cut such a disconsolate figure; he hardly has his troubles to seek. Fans start to rejoice after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against the opposition. Celtic's Response Celtic bounced back from the hosts' quick opening. The defender, who endured a torrid afternoon, scored an own goal due to panic when trying to clear a Shankland cross. Celtic edged their way back into the game, skipper Callum McGregor, turning home a Kieran Tierney cutback for level terms. Stubborn Defence The shot-stopper Schwolow, who had denied from Nygren in the first half, blocked an Engels shot which deflected off Magnússon. Craig Halkett stopped a Yamada attempt in the dying moments. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the minutes passed. “We shall not be moved” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at the stadium. It is becoming increasingly difficult the buzz. Detailed coverage coming soon.