🔗 Share this article Hearts Push 8 Points Clear in Front at Top After Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Kick Overcomes Celtic A historic moment didn't occur at Tynecastle, since it's far too early for such milestones. This game highlighted is that the Edinburgh club are at least in with credible shot of breaking Scottish football's four decade-long dominance by two. Make that an eight-point lead for Hearts over the visitors, whom they comfortably swatted aside. Catch them if you can. Turning Point in the Latter Period A crucial three-minute spell made the difference, once the initial exchanges that was fiercely fought. It was remarkable after they took a 3-1 lead was how comfortable the rest of the game was for the hosts. Kyziridis netted the second goal, cutting in from the left before thumping a right-footed shot past the motionless Kasper Schmeichel. Delight increased in the stands, Murray upending the Hearts player for a spot-kick that Lawrence Shankland slotted home. Rodgers appeared frustrated; challenges abound for him. Fans start to rejoice after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against Celtic. Celtic's Response The away side responded positively from an early setback. The defender, who had a difficult day, scored an own goal due to panic when trying to deal with a Shankland cross. They gradually fought back into the game, leader Callum McGregor, turning home a Kieran Tierney cutback for the equaliser. Solid Backline The shot-stopper Alexander Schwolow, who had denied from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, kept out an Engels shot which deflected off Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett blocked a Yamada attempt in added time. They comfortably saw out the game as the minutes passed. “We remain resolute” has become the favoured chant at the stadium. One cannot overlook the excitement. Detailed coverage coming soon.