The Tynecastle side Extend 8 Points Clear at Top Following Lawrence Shankland's Spot-Kick Defeats The Glasgow Giants

We did not witness at their home ground, as it's far too early for such milestones. This game highlighted is that the Edinburgh club have a genuine strong chance of ending Scottish football's 40-year stranglehold. They now lead by eight points for the team over Celtic, whom they decisively beat. Try to chase them down.

Turning Point in the Second Half

A crucial three-minute spell were key, following a tight first half that was evenly matched. The striking aspect after they took a 3-1 lead was how untroubled the rest of the game was for the hosts. Alexandros Kyziridis netted the second goal, moving infield before thumping a right-footed shot past the static the Celtic keeper. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, the Celtic defender bringing down the Hearts player for a foul that Lawrence Shankland converted. Rodgers looked dejected; he hardly has his troubles to seek.

The crowd erupted after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against Celtic.

Celtic's Response

The away side responded positively from Hearts’ rapid start. Murray, who had a difficult day, turned the ball into his own net due to haste when trying to clear a delivery from Shankland. They gradually fought back into the game, skipper Callum McGregor, finishing a Kieran Tierney pass for level terms.

Solid Backline

The keeper Alexander Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Nygren in the first half, blocked an Engels shot which touched Magnússon. Halkett stopped a Shin Yamada attempt in stoppage time. They comfortably saw out the game as the clock ticked down. “We remain resolute” has become the favoured chant at the stadium. One cannot overlook the buzz.