🔗 Share this article The Tynecastle side Extend Eight Points Clear Clear at Top After Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Defeats The Hoops We did not witness at Tynecastle Park, as it's far too early for such landmarks. What this match did emphasise is that the Edinburgh club possess a real credible shot of disrupting Scottish football's 40-year title duopoly. They now lead by eight points for the team over Celtic, whom they comfortably swatted aside. The challenge is now for others. Key Moments in the Second Half A crucial three-minute spell proved decisive, following a tight first half that was evenly matched. What was so notable after they took a 3-1 lead was how stress-free the rest of the game was for the home side. Alexandros Kyziridis doubled the lead, drifting inside before firing a powerful effort past the stationary the Celtic keeper. More joy followed in the stands, Murray upending Braga for a penalty that the captain tucked away. Rodgers cut such a disconsolate figure; challenges abound for him. Fans start to rejoice after Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against Celtic. Celtic's Response Celtic bounced back from an early setback. Dane Murray, who had a difficult day, scored an own goal due to panic when trying to clear a Shankland cross. The Hoops worked their way into the game, leader Callum McGregor, finishing a Tierney cutback for the equaliser. Stubborn Defence The shot-stopper Alexander Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Nygren in the first half, blocked an Arne Engels shot which flicked off Magnússon. Halkett blocked a Yamada attempt in added time. They comfortably saw out the game as the game concluded. “We remain resolute” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at Tynecastle. It is becoming increasingly difficult the noise. Detailed coverage will be available.