🔗 Share this article The Tynecastle side Move 8 Points Clear in Front at the Summit After Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Kick Defeats Celtic History wasn't made at Tynecastle, with it being far too early for such landmarks. This game highlighted is that the Edinburgh club are at least in with credible shot of breaking Scottish football's 40-year dominance by two. That advantage stands at eight points for the team over Celtic, whom they decisively beat. The challenge is now for others. Key Moments in the Second Half A brief but pivotal phase made the difference, once the initial exchanges that was evenly matched. It was remarkable after they took a 3-1 lead was how comfortable the remainder of the game was for the Tynecastle team. Alexandros Kyziridis scored Hearts’ second, moving infield before firing a powerful effort past the stationary Kasper Schmeichel. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Dane Murray upending Cláudio Braga for a foul that Lawrence Shankland slotted home. Rodgers appeared frustrated; challenges abound for him. Supporters began celebrating after Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against Celtic. Hoops' Reaction Celtic bounced back from Hearts’ rapid start. The defender, who struggled throughout, scored an own goal due to haste when trying to remove a delivery from Shankland. The Hoops worked their way into the game, the captain McGregor, scoring a Tierney cutback for the equaliser. Solid Backline The keeper Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, blocked an Arne Engels shot which flicked off Magnússon. Halkett stopped a Yamada attempt in added time. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the minutes passed. “We remain resolute” has become the popular anthem at Tynecastle. It is becoming increasingly difficult the excitement. Full report to follow.