The Jambos Extend Eight Points Ahead at the Pinnacle After Lawrence Shankland's Spot-Kick Sees Off The Glasgow Giants
We did not witness at their home ground, as it's far too early for such landmarks. This game highlighted is that the Edinburgh club have a genuine credible shot of breaking Scottish football's 40-year title duopoly. That advantage stands at eight points for the team over the visitors, whom they easily dispatched. Catch them if you can.
Key Moments in the Latter Period
A crucial three-minute spell made the difference, following a tight first half that was contested closely. The striking aspect after they took a 3-1 lead was how untroubled the remainder of the game was for the home side. Kyziridis scored Hearts’ second, cutting in from the left before thumping a right-footed shot past the static the Celtic keeper. More joy followed in the stands, the Celtic defender fouling Cláudio Braga for a spot-kick that Lawrence Shankland converted. Brendan Rodgers appeared frustrated; his problems are mounting.
The crowd erupted after Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against the opposition.
The Visitors' Fightback
Celtic had actually recovered well from the hosts' quick opening. The defender, who endured a torrid afternoon, scored an own goal due to panic when trying to clear a ball into the box. Celtic edged their way back into the game, leader McGregor, turning home a Tierney pass for level terms.
Stubborn Defence
The shot-stopper Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Nygren in the first half, kept out an Arne Engels shot which touched Magnússon. Craig Halkett blocked a Shin Yamada attempt in added time. The hosts faced little else as the game concluded. “We stand firm” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at Tynecastle. It is becoming increasingly difficult the noise.
- Full report coming soon.
