The Jambos Push 8 Points Clear in Front at the Pinnacle Following Shankland's Spot-Kick Defeats The Glasgow Giants
History wasn't made at Tynecastle Park, with it being 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 the maroon side over their rivals, whom they comfortably swatted aside. Try to chase them down.
Key Moments in the Second Half
Three second-half minutes were key, following a tight first half that was fiercely fought. It was remarkable after they took a 3-1 lead was how comfortable the remainder of the game was for the home side. The Greek winger doubled the lead, moving infield before firing a powerful effort past the stationary the Celtic keeper. Delight increased in the stands, Dane Murray fouling the Hearts player for a foul that Lawrence Shankland tucked away. The Celtic manager looked dejected; he hardly has his troubles to seek.
Fans start to rejoice after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against Celtic.
Celtic's Response
Celtic had actually recovered well from an early setback. Dane Murray, who endured a torrid afternoon, scored an own goal due to confusion when trying to deal with a delivery from Shankland. Celtic edged their way back into the game, leader McGregor, scoring a Kieran Tierney pull-back for 1-1.
Solid Backline
The shot-stopper Alexander Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, parried an Engels shot which flicked off Magnússon. Craig Halkett stopped a Shin Yamada attempt in stoppage time. The hosts faced little else as the clock ticked down. “We remain resolute” has become the favoured chant at the ground. It is becoming increasingly difficult the excitement.
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