Hearts Push 8 Points Clear in Front at Top After Lawrence Shankland's Spot-Kick Defeats The Hoops
History wasn't made at Tynecastle, as it's far too early for such landmarks. This game highlighted is that Hearts are at least in with serious opportunity of breaking Scottish football's 40-year dominance by two. That advantage stands at eight points for Hearts over the visitors, whom they decisively beat. The challenge is now for others.
Key Moments in the Second Half
A crucial three-minute spell were key, following a tight first half that was fiercely fought. The striking aspect after they extended their advantage was how stress-free the closing stages of the game was for the Tynecastle team. Kyziridis scored Hearts’ second, moving infield before thumping a right-footed shot past the stationary the goalkeeper. Delight increased in the stands, Dane Murray fouling Braga for a spot-kick that Lawrence Shankland 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 the opposition.
Celtic's Response
The away side responded positively from Hearts’ rapid start. The defender, who endured a torrid afternoon, scored an own goal due to confusion when trying to deal with a ball into the box. Celtic edged their way back into the game, skipper McGregor, finishing a Kieran Tierney cutback for 1-1.
Stubborn Defence
The keeper Alexander Schwolow, who had denied from Nygren in the first half, parried an Arne Engels shot which touched Tómas Magnússon. Halkett stopped a Shin Yamada attempt in added time. The hosts faced little else as the minutes passed. “We shall not be moved” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at the stadium. One cannot overlook the noise.
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