🔗 Share this article Hearts Extend 8 Points Ahead Clear at Top Following Shankland's Penalty Overcomes Celtic History wasn't made at Tynecastle, with it being far too early for such milestones. The encounter underlined is that Hearts have a genuine strong chance of breaking Scottish football's long-standing title duopoly. Make that an eight-point lead for Hearts over Celtic, whom they easily dispatched. The challenge is now for others. Decisive Period in the Latter Period A crucial three-minute spell proved decisive, 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 netted the second goal, moving infield before blasting a strike past the motionless the goalkeeper. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Dane Murray bringing down Cláudio Braga for a foul that Shankland slotted home. The Celtic manager looked dejected; challenges abound for him. Fans start to rejoice after Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against Celtic. Celtic's Response Celtic had actually recovered well from an early setback. Murray, who endured a torrid afternoon, conceded an own goal due to haste when trying to deal with a ball into the box. Celtic edged their way back into the game, the captain Callum McGregor, scoring a Tierney pass for 1-1. Solid Backline The keeper Alexander Schwolow, who had denied from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, parried an Arne Engels shot which deflected off Magnússon. Halkett thwarted a Yamada attempt in stoppage time. The hosts faced little else as the clock ticked down. “We shall not be moved” has become the popular anthem at the stadium. One cannot overlook the noise. Detailed coverage coming soon.