🔗 Share this article The Jambos Push Eight Points Clear in Front at the Summit Following Shankland's Spot-Kick Sees Off The Hoops A historic moment didn't occur at Tynecastle, as it's far too early for such achievements. This game highlighted is that Hearts have a genuine credible shot of ending Scottish football's long-standing dominance by two. That advantage stands at eight points for the maroon side over their rivals, whom they easily dispatched. Try to chase them down. Decisive Period in the Second Half A crucial three-minute spell proved decisive, once the initial exchanges that was evenly matched. It was remarkable after they extended their advantage was how untroubled the closing stages of the game was for the hosts. Alexandros Kyziridis netted the second goal, moving infield before blasting a strike past the motionless Kasper Schmeichel. More joy followed in the stands, Dane Murray fouling the Hearts player for a foul that Shankland slotted home. The Celtic manager cut such a disconsolate figure; he hardly has his troubles to seek. The crowd erupted after Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against the opposition. The Visitors' Fightback Celtic bounced back from Hearts’ rapid start. The defender, who had a difficult day, turned the ball into his own net due to confusion when trying to clear a ball into the box. Celtic edged their way back into the game, leader Callum McGregor, turning home a Tierney pull-back for 1-1. Solid Backline The Hearts goalkeeper Alexander Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Nygren in the first half, kept out an Engels shot which deflected off Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett blocked a Yamada attempt in stoppage time. The hosts faced little else as the clock ticked down. “We remain resolute” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at the stadium. It's hard to ignore the buzz. Detailed coverage to follow.