🔗 Share this article Hearts Push 8 Points Clear Clear at the Pinnacle After Shankland's Penalty Sees Off Celtic History wasn't made at their home ground, since it's far too early for such milestones. The encounter underlined is that the Edinburgh club are at least in with strong chance of ending Scottish football's 40-year stranglehold. That advantage stands at eight points for the maroon side over their rivals, whom they easily dispatched. Catch them if you can. Key Moments in the Latter Period A crucial three-minute spell made the difference, after an opening period that was contested closely. The striking aspect after they took a 3-1 lead was how untroubled the rest of the game was for the Tynecastle team. The Greek winger doubled the lead, drifting inside before thumping a right-footed shot past the motionless Kasper Schmeichel. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Murray upending the Hearts player for a foul that Lawrence Shankland slotted home. The Celtic manager cut such a disconsolate figure; his problems are mounting. Supporters began celebrating after Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against Celtic. Hoops' Reaction Celtic had actually recovered well from an early setback. Murray, who had a difficult day, conceded an own goal due to panic when trying to remove a Shankland cross. Celtic edged their way back into the game, skipper McGregor, finishing a Kieran Tierney pass for level terms. Solid Backline The keeper Alexander Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Nygren in the first half, kept out an Engels shot which touched Magnússon. Craig Halkett stopped a Shin Yamada attempt in the dying moments. They comfortably saw out the game as the clock ticked down. “We stand firm” has become the popular anthem at the ground. It's hard to ignore the excitement. Full report will be available.