🔗 Share this article The Jambos Move Eight Points Ahead in Front at the Summit Following Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Kick Overcomes Celtic History wasn't made at their home ground, as it's far too early for such milestones. This game highlighted is that Heart of Midlothian are at least in with credible shot of disrupting Scottish football's 40-year stranglehold. That advantage stands at eight points for Hearts over the visitors, whom they comfortably swatted aside. The challenge is now for others. Decisive Period in the After the Break A crucial three-minute spell proved decisive, following a tight first half that was fiercely fought. What was so notable after they extended their advantage was how comfortable the rest of the game was for the home side. Alexandros Kyziridis doubled the lead, drifting inside before thumping a right-footed shot past the stationary Kasper Schmeichel. More joy followed in the stands, Murray fouling the Hearts player for a penalty that Lawrence Shankland tucked away. The Celtic manager appeared frustrated; his problems are mounting. Supporters began celebrating after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against Celtic. Hoops' Reaction The away side responded positively from the hosts' quick opening. The defender, who endured a torrid afternoon, turned the ball into his own net due to panic when trying to remove a ball into the box. The Hoops worked their way into the game, leader Callum McGregor, turning home a Kieran Tierney cutback for the equaliser. Hearts' Defensive Resilience The Hearts goalkeeper Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Nygren in the first half, kept out an Arne Engels shot which touched Tómas Magnússon. Halkett blocked a Shin Yamada attempt in the dying moments. They comfortably saw out the game as the game concluded. “We stand firm” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at the stadium. It's hard to ignore the buzz. Complete analysis to follow.