Hearts Move 8 Points Ahead Clear at Top After Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Kick Overcomes The Hoops
History wasn't made at Tynecastle Park, since it's far too early for such landmarks. The encounter underlined is that Heart of Midlothian are at least in with credible shot of disrupting Scottish football's four decade-long title duopoly. That advantage stands at eight points for the maroon side over their rivals, whom they decisively beat. Try to chase them down.
Turning Point in the Latter Period
A crucial three-minute spell proved decisive, once the initial exchanges that was fiercely fought. It was remarkable after they extended their advantage was how comfortable the rest of the game was for the hosts. Kyziridis scored Hearts’ second, cutting in from the left before blasting a strike past the stationary the goalkeeper. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Murray upending Cláudio Braga for a penalty that Shankland tucked away. Rodgers appeared frustrated; he hardly has his troubles to seek.
The crowd erupted after Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against Celtic.
Hoops' Reaction
Celtic bounced back from Hearts’ rapid start. Murray, who had a difficult day, conceded an own goal due to panic when trying to remove a delivery from Shankland. The Hoops worked their way into the game, leader McGregor, turning home a Tierney cutback for level terms.
Stubborn Defence
The Hearts goalkeeper Schwolow, who had denied from Nygren in the first half, parried an Arne Engels shot which touched Magnússon. Halkett stopped a Yamada attempt in added time. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the game concluded. “We remain resolute” has become the popular anthem at the ground. It's hard to ignore the excitement.
- Complete analysis coming soon.
