The Jambos Extend 8 Points Ahead Ahead at the Summit After Shankland's Spot-Kick Overcomes The Hoops
History wasn't made at Tynecastle Park, with it being far too early for such achievements. What this match did emphasise is that Heart of Midlothian possess a real credible shot of ending Scottish football's four decade-long stranglehold. That advantage stands at eight points for the team over Celtic, whom they comfortably swatted aside. Catch them if you can.
Key Moments in the Second Half
Three second-half minutes were key, once the initial exchanges that was evenly matched. It was remarkable after they took a 3-1 lead was how untroubled the rest of the game was for the home side. The Greek winger doubled the lead, moving infield before blasting a strike past the motionless Kasper Schmeichel. Delight increased in the stands, Dane Murray fouling Cláudio Braga for a spot-kick that Lawrence Shankland tucked away. The Celtic manager cut such a disconsolate figure; challenges abound for him.
Supporters began celebrating after Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against Celtic.
Hoops' Reaction
Celtic bounced back from Hearts’ rapid start. Dane Murray, who struggled throughout, turned the ball into his own net due to haste when trying to deal with a Shankland cross. Celtic edged their way back into the game, the captain Callum McGregor, scoring a Kieran Tierney pass for level terms.
Stubborn Defence
The shot-stopper Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Nygren in the first half, kept out an Arne Engels shot which touched Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett thwarted a Yamada attempt in added time. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the clock ticked down. “We shall not be moved” has become the popular anthem at Tynecastle. One cannot overlook the excitement.
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