🔗 Share this article Hearts Push 8 Points Ahead in Front at the Summit Following Lawrence Shankland's Spot-Kick Defeats Celtic History wasn't made at Tynecastle Park, since it's far too early for such achievements. The encounter underlined is that the Edinburgh club are at least in with strong chance of ending Scottish football's 40-year title duopoly. They now lead by eight points for Hearts over Celtic, whom they comfortably swatted aside. Try to chase them down. Decisive Period in the After the Break A crucial three-minute spell were key, 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 hosts. Kyziridis netted the second goal, drifting inside before firing a powerful effort past the motionless Kasper Schmeichel. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Murray upending the Hearts player for a foul that the captain converted. The Celtic manager cut such a disconsolate figure; challenges abound for him. Supporters began celebrating after Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against the opposition. Celtic's Response Celtic had actually recovered well from an early setback. Dane Murray, who struggled throughout, scored an own goal due to confusion when trying to deal with a Shankland cross. The Hoops worked their way into the game, skipper McGregor, turning home a Kieran Tierney cutback for level terms. Solid Backline The Hearts goalkeeper Alexander Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, blocked an Arne Engels shot which deflected off Magnússon. Halkett stopped a Shin Yamada attempt in stoppage time. The hosts faced little else as the game concluded. “We remain resolute” has become the favoured chant at the ground. It's hard to ignore the excitement. Full report coming soon.