🔗 Share this article The Jambos Push 8 Points Ahead at the Pinnacle Following Lawrence Shankland's Spot-Kick Overcomes The Hoops History wasn't made at Tynecastle Park, since it's far too early for such landmarks. The encounter underlined is that the Edinburgh club are at least in with serious opportunity of breaking Scottish football's long-standing stranglehold. That advantage stands at eight points for the team over their rivals, whom they easily dispatched. The challenge is now for others. Key Moments in the Second Half A brief but pivotal phase were key, once the initial exchanges that was evenly matched. It was remarkable after they extended their advantage was how stress-free the remainder of the game was for the home side. The Greek winger doubled the lead, moving infield before firing a powerful effort past the motionless the goalkeeper. More joy followed in the stands, Dane Murray bringing down Cláudio Braga for a spot-kick that the captain tucked away. Brendan Rodgers looked dejected; his problems are mounting. Supporters began celebrating after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against Celtic. Celtic's Response Celtic bounced back from the hosts' quick opening. Murray, who struggled throughout, turned the ball into his own net due to confusion when trying to clear a ball into the box. They gradually fought back into the game, leader Callum McGregor, finishing a Tierney pull-back for 1-1. Hearts' Defensive Resilience The keeper Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, blocked an Arne Engels shot which touched Magnússon. Halkett stopped a Yamada attempt in added time. The hosts faced little else as the minutes passed. “We remain resolute” has become the popular anthem at Tynecastle. It is becoming increasingly difficult the noise. Full report to follow.