The Jambos Move 8 Points Ahead in Front at the Pinnacle After Shankland's Spot-Kick Defeats Celtic
A historic moment didn't occur at their home ground, since it's far too early for such achievements. The encounter underlined is that Hearts possess a real serious opportunity of ending Scottish football's long-standing stranglehold. Make that an eight-point lead for the maroon side over Celtic, whom they decisively beat. Try to chase them down.
Key Moments in the Second Half
A crucial three-minute spell made the difference, once the initial exchanges that was contested closely. It was remarkable after they extended their advantage was how stress-free the rest of the game was for the Tynecastle team. Alexandros Kyziridis scored Hearts’ second, drifting inside before firing a powerful effort past the stationary the goalkeeper. More joy followed in the stands, Dane Murray bringing down Braga for a foul that Shankland slotted home. Brendan Rodgers appeared frustrated; his problems are mounting.
Fans start to rejoice after Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against the opposition.
Hoops' Reaction
The away side responded positively from an early setback. Murray, who endured a torrid afternoon, conceded an own goal due to haste when trying to deal with a ball into the box. The Hoops worked their way into the game, leader McGregor, turning home a Tierney pull-back for level terms.
Hearts' Defensive Resilience
The shot-stopper Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Nygren in the first half, kept out an Engels shot which flicked off Tómas Magnússon. Halkett blocked a Yamada attempt in stoppage time. They comfortably saw out the game as the minutes passed. “We shall not be moved” has become the popular anthem at the ground. It is becoming increasingly difficult the noise.
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