The Jambos Push Eight Points Clear Clear at Top Following Shankland's Spot-Kick Overcomes The Glasgow Giants

History wasn't made at Tynecastle, 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 dominance by two. That advantage stands at eight points for the maroon side over the visitors, whom they easily dispatched. Try to chase them down.

Key Moments in the After the Break

A crucial three-minute spell were key, once the initial exchanges that was fiercely fought. It was remarkable after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how comfortable the rest of the game was for the Tynecastle team. Alexandros Kyziridis scored Hearts’ second, cutting in from the left before thumping a right-footed shot past the static the goalkeeper. More joy followed in the stands, the Celtic defender upending Cláudio Braga for a spot-kick that Lawrence Shankland slotted home. Rodgers appeared frustrated; he hardly has his troubles to seek.

Supporters began celebrating after Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against the opposition.

The Visitors' Fightback

The away side responded positively from Hearts’ rapid start. Dane Murray, who endured a torrid afternoon, turned the ball into his own net due to confusion when trying to deal with a Shankland cross. The Hoops worked their way into the game, leader Callum McGregor, turning home a Tierney pass for the equaliser.

Stubborn Defence

The keeper Alexander Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Nygren in the first half, kept out an Arne Engels shot which touched Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett thwarted a Shin Yamada attempt in the dying moments. They comfortably saw out the game as the clock ticked down. “We remain resolute” has become the popular anthem at Tynecastle. It is becoming increasingly difficult the noise.

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