🔗 Share this article Hearts Push 8 Points Ahead at the Pinnacle Following Shankland's Spot-Kick Defeats The Glasgow Giants A historic moment didn't occur at Tynecastle, since it's far too early for such achievements. This game highlighted is that Hearts possess a real serious opportunity of breaking Scottish football's long-standing title duopoly. They now lead by eight points for the team over Celtic, whom they decisively beat. Try to chase them down. Turning Point in the After the Break A crucial three-minute spell made the difference, once the initial exchanges that was fiercely fought. What was so notable after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how untroubled the closing stages of the game was for the hosts. Kyziridis doubled the lead, cutting in from the left before blasting a strike past the motionless the Celtic keeper. More joy followed in the stands, the Celtic defender upending Braga for a penalty that the captain tucked away. Brendan Rodgers appeared frustrated; he hardly has his troubles to seek. Supporters began celebrating after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against the opposition. The Visitors' Fightback Celtic bounced back from an early setback. Murray, who struggled throughout, conceded an own goal due to panic when trying to clear a ball into the box. Celtic edged their way back into the game, leader Callum McGregor, scoring a Tierney pull-back for 1-1. Hearts' Defensive Resilience The shot-stopper Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, blocked an Arne Engels shot which deflected off Magnússon. Halkett blocked a Shin Yamada attempt in the dying moments. The hosts faced little else as the game concluded. “We stand firm” has become the favoured chant at Tynecastle. It is becoming increasingly difficult the excitement. Full report will be available.