🔗 Share this article The Tynecastle side Move 8 Points Clear at the Pinnacle Following Lawrence Shankland's Spot-Kick Defeats The Hoops We did not witness at their home ground, as it's far too early for such milestones. This game highlighted is that the Edinburgh club possess a real strong chance of disrupting Scottish football's long-standing stranglehold. Make that an eight-point lead for Hearts over the visitors, whom they decisively beat. Try to chase them down. Key Moments in the Latter Period Three second-half minutes made the difference, following a tight first half that was contested closely. It was remarkable after they took a 3-1 lead was how comfortable the remainder of the game was for the hosts. The Greek winger netted the second goal, moving infield before thumping a right-footed shot past the static the goalkeeper. Delight increased in the stands, Murray fouling the Hearts player for a penalty that the captain tucked away. Rodgers looked dejected; his problems are mounting. The crowd erupted after Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against the opposition. Celtic's Response Celtic bounced back from the hosts' quick opening. Dane Murray, who endured a torrid afternoon, conceded an own goal due to panic when trying to deal with a Shankland cross. Celtic edged their way back into the game, skipper McGregor, turning home a Kieran Tierney cutback for 1-1. Solid Backline The shot-stopper Alexander Schwolow, who had denied from Nygren in the first half, parried an Arne Engels shot which touched Magnússon. Halkett blocked a Yamada attempt in stoppage time. They comfortably saw out the game as the clock ticked down. “We stand firm” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at Tynecastle. It is becoming increasingly difficult the noise. Complete analysis to follow.