🔗 Share this article The Jambos Extend 8 Points Ahead in Front at Top Following Shankland's Penalty Kick Defeats Celtic A historic moment didn't occur at Tynecastle, since it's far too early for such landmarks. What this match did emphasise is that Heart of Midlothian are at least in with credible shot of breaking Scottish football's long-standing stranglehold. They now lead by eight points for the team over Celtic, whom they decisively beat. Try to chase them down. Key Moments in the Second Half Three second-half minutes made the difference, once the initial exchanges that was contested closely. It was remarkable after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how comfortable the closing stages of the game was for the hosts. Kyziridis doubled the lead, cutting in from the left before thumping a right-footed shot past the motionless the goalkeeper. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, the Celtic defender fouling Braga for a foul that the captain slotted home. Brendan Rodgers appeared frustrated; he hardly has his troubles to seek. The crowd erupted after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against Celtic. Celtic's Response The away side responded positively from the hosts' quick opening. Murray, who had a difficult day, conceded an own goal due to haste when trying to deal with a Shankland cross. They gradually fought back into the game, the captain McGregor, finishing a Kieran Tierney cutback for level terms. Hearts' Defensive Resilience The Hearts goalkeeper Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, blocked an Engels shot which deflected off Magnússon. Craig Halkett stopped a Yamada attempt in the dying moments. The hosts faced little else as the clock ticked down. “We remain resolute” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at Tynecastle. One cannot overlook the buzz. Complete analysis will be available.