🔗 Share this article The Tynecastle side Push Eight Points Ahead Clear at the Summit Following Shankland's Penalty Sees Off Celtic History wasn't made at their home ground, with it being far too early for such achievements. This game highlighted is that Hearts are at least in with serious opportunity of breaking Scottish football's long-standing title duopoly. They now lead by eight points for Hearts over their rivals, whom they comfortably swatted aside. Catch them if you can. Decisive Period in the Second Half A crucial three-minute spell were key, following a tight first half that was fiercely fought. The striking aspect after they extended their advantage was how untroubled the remainder of the game was for the hosts. The Greek winger netted the second goal, moving infield before thumping a right-footed shot past the stationary Kasper Schmeichel. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, the Celtic defender fouling the Hearts player for a penalty that Shankland converted. Rodgers appeared frustrated; he hardly has his troubles to seek. Supporters began celebrating after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against the opposition. Hoops' Reaction Celtic had actually recovered well from the hosts' quick opening. Murray, who endured a torrid afternoon, scored an own goal due to confusion when trying to clear a delivery from Shankland. Celtic edged their way back into the game, leader Callum McGregor, scoring a 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, blocked an Engels shot which touched Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett blocked a Shin Yamada attempt in stoppage time. They comfortably saw out the game as the minutes passed. “We stand firm” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at the stadium. It is becoming increasingly difficult the noise. Full report will be available.