🔗 Share this article The Tynecastle side Extend Eight Points Clear Clear at Top Following Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Kick Sees Off Celtic History wasn't made at Tynecastle Park, since it's far too early for such achievements. The encounter underlined is that Hearts are at least in with strong chance of disrupting Scottish football's long-standing title duopoly. That advantage stands at eight points for the team over their rivals, whom they easily dispatched. Try to chase them down. Decisive Period in the Second Half A brief but pivotal phase proved decisive, following a tight first half that was fiercely fought. It was remarkable after they extended their advantage was how comfortable the rest of the game was for the Tynecastle team. The Greek winger doubled the lead, drifting inside before firing a powerful effort past the motionless the Celtic keeper. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Murray fouling Braga for a spot-kick that Lawrence Shankland converted. The Celtic manager cut such a disconsolate figure; challenges abound for him. 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 Hearts’ rapid start. Dane Murray, who endured a torrid afternoon, conceded an own goal due to confusion when trying to clear a Shankland cross. The Hoops worked their way into the game, leader Callum McGregor, turning home a Tierney cutback for 1-1. Solid Backline The Hearts goalkeeper Schwolow, who had denied from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, parried an Engels shot which deflected off Magnússon. Craig Halkett blocked a Yamada attempt in stoppage time. They comfortably saw out the game as the minutes passed. “We stand firm” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at the ground. It is becoming increasingly difficult the excitement. Complete analysis coming soon.