The Jambos Move 8 Points Ahead Ahead at Top After Shankland's Penalty Sees Off The Hoops
History wasn't made at Tynecastle Park, as it's far too early for such achievements. This game highlighted is that the Edinburgh club have a genuine credible shot of breaking Scottish football's long-standing title duopoly. Make that an eight-point lead for the maroon side over their rivals, whom they decisively beat. Try to chase them down.
Key Moments in the After the Break
A crucial three-minute spell proved decisive, following a tight first half that was evenly matched. It was remarkable after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how stress-free the remainder of the game was for the hosts. The Greek winger netted the second goal, drifting inside before blasting a strike past the static the Celtic keeper. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, the Celtic defender fouling Cláudio Braga for a spot-kick that Lawrence Shankland converted. Rodgers cut such a disconsolate figure; he hardly has his troubles to seek.
The crowd erupted after Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against Celtic.
Hoops' Reaction
Celtic bounced back from the hosts' quick opening. Dane Murray, who endured a torrid afternoon, turned the ball into his own net due to panic when trying to deal with a ball into the box. Celtic edged their way back into the game, leader Callum McGregor, turning home a Kieran Tierney pass for 1-1.
Stubborn Defence
The Hearts goalkeeper Alexander Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, kept out an Arne Engels shot which touched Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett stopped a Yamada attempt in added time. They comfortably saw out the game as the minutes passed. “We shall not be moved” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at the ground. One cannot overlook the noise.
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