The Tynecastle side Move 8 Points Ahead in Front at the Summit After Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Kick Defeats The Hoops
We did not witness at Tynecastle, with it being far too early for such landmarks. What this match did emphasise is that Heart of Midlothian have a genuine serious opportunity of breaking Scottish football's 40-year title duopoly. That advantage stands at eight points for Hearts over the visitors, whom they decisively beat. Try to chase them down.
Turning Point in the Latter Period
A crucial three-minute spell made the difference, once the initial exchanges that was fiercely fought. It was remarkable after they took a 3-1 lead was how stress-free the rest of the game was for the Tynecastle team. Kyziridis netted the second goal, drifting inside before firing a powerful effort past the static Kasper Schmeichel. Delight increased in the stands, the Celtic defender upending Cláudio Braga for a penalty that the captain slotted home. The Celtic manager appeared frustrated; he hardly has his troubles to seek.
Supporters began celebrating after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against the opposition.
The Visitors' Fightback
Celtic bounced back from the hosts' quick opening. Dane Murray, who had a difficult day, turned the ball into his own net due to haste when trying to deal with a ball into the box. Celtic edged their way back into the game, the captain McGregor, finishing a Kieran Tierney cutback for level terms.
Hearts' Defensive Resilience
The keeper Alexander Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Nygren in the first half, blocked an Arne Engels shot which flicked off Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett stopped a Yamada attempt in the dying moments. They comfortably saw out the game as the game concluded. “We shall not be moved” has become the favoured chant at the ground. It's hard to ignore the noise.
- Full report coming soon.
