🔗 Share this article Hearts Push Eight Points Clear in Front at the Pinnacle Following Shankland's Spot-Kick Overcomes Celtic History wasn't made at Tynecastle, as it's far too early for such milestones. This game highlighted is that Heart of Midlothian have a genuine credible shot of breaking Scottish football's four decade-long title duopoly. Make that an eight-point lead for the team over Celtic, whom they decisively beat. Catch them if you can. Turning Point in the Latter Period A brief but pivotal phase made the difference, after an opening period that was fiercely fought. The striking aspect after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how stress-free the remainder of the game was for the home side. Kyziridis doubled the lead, moving infield before firing a powerful effort past the stationary Kasper Schmeichel. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Dane Murray upending Cláudio Braga for a spot-kick that the captain converted. Brendan Rodgers cut such a disconsolate figure; challenges abound for him. Supporters began celebrating after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against Celtic. Hoops' Reaction The away side responded positively from an early setback. Dane Murray, who endured a torrid afternoon, conceded an own goal due to panic when trying to clear a delivery from Shankland. Celtic edged their way back into the game, leader McGregor, finishing a Kieran Tierney pull-back for the equaliser. Solid Backline The Hearts goalkeeper Schwolow, who had denied from Nygren in the first half, parried an Arne Engels shot which deflected off Magnússon. Craig Halkett thwarted a Shin Yamada attempt in the dying moments. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the game concluded. “We shall not be moved” has become the favoured chant at the stadium. It's hard to ignore the excitement. Complete analysis coming soon.