🔗 Share this article Hearts Extend Eight Points Clear Ahead at the Summit Following Lawrence Shankland's Spot-Kick Defeats The Hoops History wasn't made at their home ground, as it's far too early for such landmarks. This game highlighted is that Heart of Midlothian possess a real credible shot of breaking Scottish football's four decade-long title duopoly. Make that an eight-point lead for the maroon side over Celtic, whom they decisively beat. Catch them if you can. Key Moments in the Latter Period Three second-half minutes were key, after an opening period that was fiercely fought. It was remarkable after they took a 3-1 lead was how comfortable the closing stages of the game was for the home side. The Greek winger doubled the lead, drifting inside before thumping a right-footed shot past the motionless the goalkeeper. More joy followed in the stands, Dane Murray upending the Hearts player for a penalty that the captain slotted home. Brendan Rodgers cut such a disconsolate figure; he hardly has his troubles to seek. The crowd erupted after Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against Celtic. Celtic's Response Celtic had actually recovered well from an early setback. The defender, who struggled throughout, scored an own goal due to panic when trying to clear a ball into the box. Celtic edged their way back into the game, skipper Callum McGregor, finishing a Tierney cutback for the equaliser. Solid Backline The keeper Schwolow, who had denied from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, kept out an Engels shot which touched Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett thwarted a Yamada attempt in added time. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the minutes passed. “We remain resolute” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at the ground. It is becoming increasingly difficult the excitement. Full report to follow.