The Tynecastle side Move Eight Points Clear at the Summit After Lawrence Shankland's Spot-Kick Defeats The Glasgow Giants
History wasn't made at Tynecastle, since it's far too early for such landmarks. This game highlighted 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 maroon side over their rivals, whom they easily dispatched. The challenge is now for others.
Turning Point in the Latter Period
A crucial three-minute spell were key, following a tight first half that was contested closely. The striking aspect after they took a 3-1 lead was how comfortable the remainder of the game was for the home side. The Greek winger doubled the lead, drifting inside before thumping a right-footed shot past the stationary the Celtic keeper. Delight increased in the stands, the Celtic defender fouling Braga for a spot-kick that the captain converted. The Celtic manager appeared frustrated; he hardly has his troubles to seek.
Fans start to rejoice after Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against Celtic.
Celtic's Response
The away side responded positively from an early setback. Murray, who endured a torrid afternoon, scored an own goal due to haste when trying to deal with a ball into the box. They gradually fought back into the game, leader McGregor, turning home a Kieran Tierney cutback for 1-1.
Solid Backline
The Hearts goalkeeper Schwolow, who had denied from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, blocked an Engels shot which touched Magnússon. Halkett thwarted a Yamada attempt in added time. They comfortably saw out the game as the clock ticked down. “We shall not be moved” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at Tynecastle. It is becoming increasingly difficult the buzz.
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