🔗 Share this article The Jambos Push 8 Points Clear Ahead at Top Following Shankland's Spot-Kick Overcomes The Glasgow Giants History wasn't made at their home ground, as it's far too early for such milestones. What this match did emphasise is that Heart of Midlothian possess a real serious opportunity of breaking Scottish football's 40-year title duopoly. That advantage stands at eight points for Hearts over Celtic, whom they easily dispatched. Catch them if you can. Decisive Period in the Latter Period A crucial three-minute spell were key, once the initial exchanges that was fiercely fought. It was remarkable after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how comfortable the closing stages of the game was for the hosts. Alexandros Kyziridis netted the second goal, moving infield before blasting a strike past the stationary the Celtic keeper. Delight increased in the stands, Dane Murray upending the Hearts player for a foul that Lawrence Shankland slotted home. Rodgers appeared frustrated; his problems are mounting. Supporters began celebrating after Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against Celtic. The Visitors' Fightback Celtic bounced back from an early setback. Dane Murray, who endured a torrid afternoon, scored an own goal due to confusion when trying to deal with a ball into the box. They gradually fought back into the game, leader Callum McGregor, turning home a Kieran Tierney cutback for the equaliser. Solid Backline The keeper Alexander Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Nygren in the first half, parried an Arne Engels shot which deflected off Magnússon. Craig Halkett blocked a Yamada attempt in stoppage time. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the minutes passed. “We stand firm” has become the popular anthem at Tynecastle. One cannot overlook the excitement. Complete analysis to follow.