🔗 Share this article The Tynecastle side Push Eight Points Clear in Front at the Pinnacle After Lawrence Shankland's Spot-Kick Overcomes Celtic History wasn't made at Tynecastle, as it's far too early for such achievements. This game highlighted is that Heart of Midlothian possess a real strong chance of disrupting Scottish football's four decade-long dominance by two. That advantage stands at eight points for Hearts over Celtic, whom they decisively beat. Catch them if you can. Key Moments in the Latter Period A crucial three-minute spell were key, after an opening period that was fiercely fought. What was so notable after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how comfortable the remainder of the game was for the home side. The Greek winger scored Hearts’ second, moving infield before blasting a strike past the stationary Kasper Schmeichel. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, the Celtic defender bringing down Braga for a penalty that Shankland slotted home. Rodgers cut such a disconsolate figure; he hardly has his troubles to seek. The crowd erupted after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against Celtic. Celtic's Response Celtic had actually recovered well from Hearts’ rapid start. Dane Murray, who struggled throughout, turned the ball into his own net due to panic when trying to clear a delivery from Shankland. The Hoops worked their way into the game, leader Callum McGregor, finishing a Kieran Tierney pass for 1-1. Hearts' Defensive Resilience The keeper Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Nygren in the first half, parried an Engels shot which touched Magnússon. Craig Halkett stopped a Yamada attempt in the dying moments. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the clock ticked down. “We stand firm” has become the popular anthem at Tynecastle. One cannot overlook the excitement. Full report coming soon.