🔗 Share this article The Tynecastle side Extend 8 Points Ahead at Top After Shankland's Spot-Kick Overcomes The Glasgow Giants We did not witness at Tynecastle, as it's far too early for such milestones. What this match did emphasise is that Hearts are at least in with serious opportunity of ending Scottish football's four decade-long title duopoly. They now lead by eight points for the team over their rivals, whom they comfortably swatted aside. The challenge is now for others. Key Moments in the After the Break A brief but pivotal phase were key, once the initial exchanges that was evenly matched. It was remarkable after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how comfortable the remainder of the game was for the Tynecastle team. Kyziridis doubled the lead, drifting inside before blasting a strike past the static Kasper Schmeichel. Delight increased in the stands, the Celtic defender upending Braga for a penalty that Shankland slotted home. The Celtic manager appeared frustrated; challenges abound for him. The crowd erupted after Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against Celtic. 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 haste when trying to remove a ball into the box. The Hoops worked their way into the game, skipper McGregor, turning home a Tierney pull-back for 1-1. Solid Backline The Hearts goalkeeper Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, parried an Arne Engels shot which flicked off Tómas Magnússon. Halkett thwarted a Shin Yamada attempt in the dying moments. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the minutes passed. “We shall not be moved” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at the stadium. It is becoming increasingly difficult the buzz. Detailed coverage will be available.