Hearts Move Eight Points Clear Clear at Top Following Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Sees Off Celtic
A historic moment didn't occur at their home ground, since it's far too early for such achievements. This game highlighted is that the Edinburgh club possess a real strong chance of breaking Scottish football's four decade-long dominance by two. They now lead by eight points for the maroon side over Celtic, whom they comfortably swatted aside. Catch them if you can.
Key Moments in the After the Break
A crucial three-minute spell proved decisive, after an opening period that was fiercely fought. It was remarkable after they took a 3-1 lead was how comfortable the remainder of the game was for the home side. Kyziridis netted the second goal, drifting inside before firing a powerful effort past the motionless Kasper Schmeichel. More joy followed in the stands, Murray fouling the Hearts player for a penalty that Lawrence Shankland slotted home. The Celtic manager cut such a disconsolate figure; challenges abound for him.
Fans start to rejoice after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against the opposition.
Hoops' Reaction
Celtic had actually recovered well from the hosts' quick opening. The defender, who endured a torrid afternoon, scored an own goal due to haste when trying to clear a Shankland cross. Celtic edged their way back into the game, leader Callum McGregor, turning home a Tierney pass for the equaliser.
Hearts' Defensive Resilience
The keeper Alexander Schwolow, who had denied from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, parried an Arne Engels shot which flicked off Magnússon. Craig Halkett stopped a Yamada attempt in the dying moments. The hosts faced little else as the game concluded. “We remain resolute” has become the favoured chant at Tynecastle. It's hard to ignore the buzz.
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