🔗 Share this article The Jambos Extend 8 Points Ahead Ahead at the Pinnacle After Lawrence Shankland's Penalty 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 are at least in with strong chance of disrupting Scottish football's four decade-long dominance by two. They now lead by eight points for Hearts over Celtic, whom they decisively beat. Try to chase them down. Turning Point in the Second Half A brief but pivotal phase proved decisive, following a tight first half that was contested closely. The striking aspect after they extended their advantage was how untroubled the remainder of the game was for the Tynecastle team. The Greek winger netted the second goal, moving infield before firing a powerful effort past the static the goalkeeper. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Dane Murray fouling Braga for a spot-kick that Lawrence Shankland tucked away. 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. Hoops' Reaction Celtic bounced back from an early setback. The defender, who endured a torrid afternoon, conceded an own goal due to panic when trying to clear a delivery from Shankland. Celtic edged their way back into the game, the captain McGregor, turning home a Kieran Tierney cutback for the equaliser. Solid Backline The Hearts goalkeeper Schwolow, who had denied from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, parried an Arne Engels shot which flicked off Magnússon. Halkett thwarted a Yamada attempt in added time. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the minutes passed. “We shall not be moved” has become the favoured chant at the stadium. It's hard to ignore the buzz. Complete analysis to follow.