The Tynecastle side Extend Eight Points Clear Clear at the Summit Following Lawrence Shankland's Spot-Kick Defeats The Glasgow Giants
History wasn't made at Tynecastle Park, since it's far too early for such landmarks. What this match did emphasise is that Hearts possess a real serious opportunity of disrupting Scottish football's 40-year title duopoly. That advantage stands at eight points for the team over Celtic, whom they comfortably swatted aside. Try to chase them down.
Decisive Period in the Latter Period
A crucial three-minute spell were key, after an opening period that was contested closely. What was so notable after they extended their advantage 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 motionless the Celtic keeper. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, the Celtic defender fouling the Hearts player for a spot-kick that the captain slotted home. Rodgers looked dejected; he hardly has his troubles to seek.
Supporters began celebrating after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against Celtic.
Hoops' Reaction
Celtic bounced back from the hosts' quick opening. Dane Murray, who endured a torrid afternoon, conceded an own goal due to haste when trying to remove a ball into the box. Celtic edged their way back into the game, leader Callum McGregor, turning home a Tierney cutback for level terms.
Solid Backline
The Hearts goalkeeper Alexander Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Nygren in the first half, parried an Arne Engels shot which flicked off Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett stopped a Shin Yamada attempt in stoppage time. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the game concluded. “We remain resolute” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at the stadium. It is becoming increasingly difficult the noise.
- Full report coming soon.
