The Jambos Move Eight Points Clear Ahead at the Summit After Shankland's Penalty Kick Overcomes The Hoops
History wasn't made at Tynecastle Park, as it's far too early for such milestones. What this match did emphasise is that Heart of Midlothian have a genuine serious opportunity of ending Scottish football's long-standing dominance by two. That advantage stands at eight points for the team over their rivals, whom they easily dispatched. The challenge is now for others.
Key Moments in the Second Half
A crucial three-minute spell proved decisive, once the initial exchanges that was fiercely fought. The striking aspect after they took a 3-1 lead was how comfortable the remainder of the game was for the home side. Alexandros Kyziridis doubled the lead, moving infield before thumping a right-footed shot past the stationary the goalkeeper. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Dane Murray upending the Hearts player for a penalty that Shankland slotted home. Rodgers cut such a disconsolate figure; he hardly has his troubles to seek.
Supporters began celebrating after Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against Celtic.
Celtic's Response
Celtic had actually recovered well from an early setback. The defender, who struggled throughout, turned the ball into his own net due to confusion when trying to deal with a ball into the box. Celtic edged their way back into the game, leader Callum McGregor, turning home a Tierney pull-back for 1-1.
Solid Backline
The keeper Alexander Schwolow, who had denied from Nygren in the first half, kept out an Engels shot which flicked off Magnússon. Halkett blocked a Shin Yamada attempt in added time. They comfortably saw out the game as the game concluded. “We shall not be moved” has become the favoured chant at the stadium. One cannot overlook the buzz.
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