🔗 Share this article The Tynecastle side Push 8 Points Clear in Front at the Pinnacle After Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Defeats Celtic A historic moment didn't occur at their home ground, as it's far too early for such milestones. This game highlighted is that Heart of Midlothian possess a real serious opportunity of ending Scottish football's long-standing dominance by two. That advantage stands at eight points for Hearts over Celtic, whom they comfortably swatted aside. Catch them if you can. Key Moments in the Latter Period Three second-half minutes made the difference, once the initial exchanges that was fiercely fought. It was remarkable after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how stress-free the closing stages of the game was for the hosts. Kyziridis netted the second goal, drifting inside before firing a powerful effort past the motionless Kasper Schmeichel. More joy followed in the stands, the Celtic defender fouling Cláudio Braga for a foul that Shankland slotted home. Brendan Rodgers cut such a disconsolate figure; he hardly has his troubles to seek. The crowd erupted after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against Celtic. Hoops' Reaction The away side responded positively from an early setback. The defender, who had a difficult day, conceded an own goal due to haste when trying to clear a delivery from Shankland. Celtic edged their way back into the game, leader McGregor, finishing a Kieran Tierney cutback for 1-1. Solid Backline The keeper Alexander Schwolow, who had denied from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, parried an Engels shot which deflected off Magnússon. Halkett blocked a Yamada attempt in stoppage time. The hosts faced little else as the game concluded. “We stand firm” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at the stadium. It is becoming increasingly difficult the noise. Complete analysis will be available.