🔗 Share this article The Tynecastle side Extend 8 Points Ahead at Top Following Shankland's Spot-Kick Sees Off Celtic A historic moment didn't occur at Tynecastle, as it's far too early for such achievements. This game highlighted is that Hearts have a genuine strong chance of breaking Scottish football's four decade-long title duopoly. That advantage stands at eight points for Hearts over their rivals, whom they easily dispatched. Catch them if you can. Decisive Period in the After the Break A crucial three-minute spell proved decisive, once the initial exchanges that was fiercely fought. What was so notable after they extended their advantage was how stress-free the rest of the game was for the home side. Kyziridis doubled the lead, cutting in from the left before thumping a right-footed shot past the stationary the Celtic keeper. Delight increased in the stands, Murray fouling the Hearts player for a foul that the captain tucked away. Rodgers appeared frustrated; challenges abound for him. Fans start to rejoice after Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against the opposition. Hoops' Reaction The away side responded positively from Hearts’ rapid start. The defender, who had a difficult day, conceded an own goal due to panic when trying to clear a delivery from Shankland. They gradually fought back into the game, leader McGregor, finishing a Kieran Tierney cutback for level terms. Stubborn Defence The shot-stopper Schwolow, who had denied from Nygren in the first half, blocked an Engels shot which flicked off Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett blocked a Shin Yamada attempt in added time. The hosts faced little else as the clock ticked down. “We shall not be moved” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at the ground. One cannot overlook the noise. Detailed coverage coming soon.