🔗 Share this article Hearts Move Eight Points Clear Clear at Top Following Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Sees Off Celtic We did not witness at their home ground, since it's far too early for such landmarks. What this match did emphasise is that Heart of Midlothian have a genuine credible shot of disrupting Scottish football's 40-year title duopoly. They now lead by eight points for the team over Celtic, whom they easily dispatched. Catch them if you can. Key Moments in the Latter Period Three second-half minutes made the difference, after an opening period that was contested closely. What was so notable after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how untroubled the rest of the game was for the home side. Kyziridis doubled the lead, moving infield before thumping a right-footed shot past the motionless the Celtic keeper. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Murray bringing down the Hearts player for a penalty that Shankland slotted home. Rodgers appeared frustrated; challenges abound for him. Supporters began celebrating after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against Celtic. Hoops' Reaction Celtic had actually recovered well from Hearts’ rapid start. Dane Murray, who had a difficult day, turned the ball into his own net due to haste when trying to deal with a ball into the box. The Hoops worked their way into the game, the captain McGregor, finishing a Kieran Tierney pull-back for level terms. Stubborn Defence The Hearts goalkeeper Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, blocked an Arne Engels shot which touched Magnússon. Halkett blocked a Shin Yamada attempt in stoppage time. They comfortably saw out the game as the game concluded. “We stand firm” has become the favoured chant at Tynecastle. It is becoming increasingly difficult the excitement. Full report will be available.