🔗 Share this article Hearts Move 8 Points Ahead Ahead at the Pinnacle Following Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Kick Overcomes Celtic A historic moment didn't occur at Tynecastle, as it's far too early for such milestones. What this match did emphasise is that Hearts are at least in with serious opportunity of disrupting Scottish football's four decade-long dominance by two. Make that an eight-point lead for Hearts over Celtic, whom they decisively beat. Try to chase them down. Turning Point in the Second Half A crucial three-minute spell proved decisive, after an opening period that was contested closely. The striking aspect after they extended their advantage was how stress-free the rest of the game was for the home side. Alexandros Kyziridis doubled the lead, cutting in from the left before blasting a strike past the motionless the Celtic keeper. More joy followed in the stands, the Celtic defender fouling Braga for a spot-kick that Lawrence Shankland tucked away. The Celtic manager cut such a disconsolate figure; challenges abound for him. Supporters began celebrating after Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against the opposition. Hoops' Reaction Celtic had actually recovered well from an early setback. Murray, who struggled throughout, turned the ball into his own net due to panic when trying to deal with a delivery from Shankland. Celtic edged their way back into the game, leader Callum McGregor, finishing a Tierney cutback for 1-1. Stubborn Defence The shot-stopper Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Nygren in the first half, blocked an Arne Engels shot which flicked off Magnússon. Halkett blocked a Shin Yamada attempt in added time. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the clock ticked down. “We remain resolute” has become the popular anthem at the stadium. It is becoming increasingly difficult the excitement. Complete analysis to follow.