🔗 Share this article Hearts Extend 8 Points Clear at Top Following Shankland's Penalty Kick Defeats The Glasgow Giants History wasn't made at Tynecastle, with it being far too early for such milestones. What this match did emphasise is that Heart of Midlothian have a genuine strong chance of ending Scottish football's 40-year title duopoly. That advantage stands at eight points for Hearts over Celtic, whom they easily dispatched. Try to chase them down. Turning Point in the Second Half A crucial three-minute spell made the difference, following a tight first half that was contested closely. It was remarkable after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how untroubled the remainder of the game was for the home side. Kyziridis doubled the lead, cutting in from the left before firing a powerful effort past the stationary Kasper Schmeichel. Delight increased in the stands, the Celtic defender bringing down Braga for a foul that the captain converted. Rodgers looked dejected; challenges abound for him. The crowd erupted after Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against Celtic. Hoops' Reaction Celtic bounced back from Hearts’ rapid start. Murray, who endured a torrid afternoon, turned the ball into his own net due to confusion when trying to clear a ball into the box. The Hoops worked their way into the game, the captain McGregor, scoring a Tierney pass for 1-1. Solid Backline The shot-stopper Alexander Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Nygren in the first half, blocked an Arne Engels shot which touched Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett stopped a Yamada attempt in stoppage time. They comfortably saw out the game as the clock ticked down. “We shall not be moved” has become the favoured chant at Tynecastle. One cannot overlook the buzz. Detailed coverage to follow.