🔗 Share this article The Jambos Push Eight Points Clear at the Summit Following Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Overcomes The Glasgow Giants We did not witness at their home ground, with it being far too early for such milestones. The encounter underlined is that Hearts possess a real credible shot of breaking Scottish football's long-standing stranglehold. They now lead by eight points for Hearts over their rivals, whom they comfortably swatted aside. Try to chase them down. Decisive Period in the Latter Period A brief but pivotal phase proved decisive, after an opening period that was fiercely fought. What was so notable after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how stress-free the remainder of the game was for the hosts. The Greek winger scored Hearts’ second, moving infield before thumping a right-footed shot past the motionless the goalkeeper. Delight increased in the stands, Murray upending Cláudio Braga for a spot-kick that Lawrence Shankland slotted home. The Celtic manager appeared frustrated; challenges abound for him. The crowd erupted after Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against Celtic. The Visitors' Fightback Celtic had actually recovered well from an early setback. Dane Murray, who struggled throughout, conceded an own goal due to confusion when trying to remove a ball into the box. They gradually fought back into the game, leader McGregor, finishing a Tierney cutback for level terms. Stubborn Defence The Hearts goalkeeper Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Nygren in the first half, kept out an Engels shot which flicked off Magnússon. Halkett blocked a Shin Yamada attempt in added time. They comfortably saw out the game as the game concluded. “We shall not be moved” has become the favoured chant at the ground. One cannot overlook the noise. Complete analysis to follow.