🔗 Share this article The Tynecastle side Push 8 Points Clear in Front at the Pinnacle After Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Sees Off The Hoops History wasn't made at Tynecastle Park, since it's far too early for such milestones. What this match did emphasise is that the Edinburgh club have a genuine credible shot of breaking Scottish football's four decade-long title duopoly. They now lead by eight points for the maroon side over their rivals, whom they comfortably swatted aside. Try to chase them down. Turning Point in the After the Break Three second-half minutes were key, following a tight first half that was evenly matched. It was remarkable after they took a 3-1 lead was how untroubled the remainder of the game was for the Tynecastle team. The Greek winger scored Hearts’ second, cutting in from the left before thumping a right-footed shot past the motionless the Celtic keeper. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Dane Murray fouling the Hearts player for a spot-kick that the captain tucked away. Brendan Rodgers looked dejected; challenges abound for him. Fans start to rejoice after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against Celtic. Celtic's Response The away side responded positively from the hosts' quick opening. The defender, who struggled throughout, scored an own goal due to panic when trying to deal with a ball into the box. The Hoops worked their way into the game, the captain Callum McGregor, scoring a Tierney cutback for 1-1. Solid Backline The shot-stopper Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Nygren in the first half, blocked an Arne Engels shot which flicked off Magnússon. Craig Halkett thwarted a Shin Yamada attempt in stoppage time. They comfortably saw out the game as the game concluded. “We stand firm” has become the popular anthem at the stadium. One cannot overlook the noise. Complete analysis coming soon.