The Jambos Extend Eight Points Clear in Front at the Pinnacle Following Shankland's Penalty Kick Sees Off The Hoops
We did not witness at Tynecastle, with it being far too early for such landmarks. This game highlighted is that the Edinburgh club possess a real serious opportunity of disrupting Scottish football's 40-year stranglehold. That advantage stands at eight points for the maroon side over Celtic, whom they easily dispatched. The challenge is now for others.
Turning Point in the Latter Period
A crucial three-minute spell proved decisive, following a tight first half that was contested closely. It was remarkable after they took a 3-1 lead was how stress-free the remainder of the game was for the Tynecastle team. Kyziridis netted the second goal, cutting in from the left before thumping a right-footed shot past the static the Celtic keeper. Delight increased in the stands, Dane Murray upending Cláudio Braga for a penalty that the captain converted. The Celtic manager cut such a disconsolate figure; 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
Celtic bounced back from the hosts' quick opening. Murray, who endured a torrid afternoon, scored an own goal due to panic when trying to clear a delivery from Shankland. Celtic edged their way back into the game, skipper Callum McGregor, turning home a Tierney pull-back for 1-1.
Solid Backline
The Hearts goalkeeper Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Nygren in the first half, parried an Arne Engels shot which deflected off Magnússon. Halkett stopped a Shin Yamada attempt in the dying moments. The hosts faced little else as the game concluded. “We remain resolute” has become the favoured chant at the stadium. One cannot overlook the buzz.
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