The Tynecastle side Move Eight Points Clear at the Pinnacle After Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Defeats Celtic
History wasn't made at their home ground, since it's far too early for such milestones. This game highlighted is that Heart of Midlothian have a genuine credible shot of disrupting Scottish football's four decade-long title duopoly. That advantage stands at eight points for Hearts over the visitors, whom they decisively beat. The challenge is now for others.
Turning Point in the After the Break
A crucial three-minute spell made the difference, once the initial exchanges that was evenly matched. It was remarkable after they extended their advantage was how comfortable the closing stages of the game was for the home side. Kyziridis doubled the lead, moving infield before firing a powerful effort past the motionless the goalkeeper. Delight increased in the stands, Murray bringing down Braga for a spot-kick that Lawrence Shankland slotted home. Rodgers looked dejected; his problems are mounting.
Supporters began celebrating after Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against Celtic.
The Visitors' Fightback
Celtic bounced back from an early setback. The defender, who had a difficult day, conceded an own goal due to panic when trying to deal with a Shankland cross. The Hoops worked their way into the game, the captain Callum McGregor, turning home a Tierney cutback for the equaliser.
Solid Backline
The shot-stopper Alexander Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Nygren in the first half, kept out an Engels shot which deflected off Magnússon. Craig Halkett stopped a Yamada attempt in added time. The hosts faced little else as the minutes passed. “We remain resolute” has become the popular anthem at Tynecastle. It is becoming increasingly difficult the buzz.
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