đ Share this article Hearts Move Eight Points Ahead Clear at the Summit After Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Kick Sees Off The Hoops We did not witness at Tynecastle, with it being far too early for such achievements. What this match did emphasise is that Heart of Midlothian are at least in with credible shot of ending Scottish football's long-standing stranglehold. They now lead by eight points for Hearts over their rivals, whom they decisively beat. Catch them if you can. Key Moments in the Latter Period A brief but pivotal phase made the difference, once the initial exchanges that was fiercely fought. The striking aspect after they extended their advantage was how untroubled the rest of the game was for the home side. Alexandros Kyziridis netted the second goal, drifting inside before thumping a right-footed shot past the static the goalkeeper. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, the Celtic defender upending ClĂĄudio Braga for a foul that Lawrence Shankland slotted home. Rodgers appeared frustrated; his problems are mounting. The crowd erupted after Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against the opposition. Celtic's Response Celtic bounced back from an early setback. Dane Murray, who struggled throughout, conceded an own goal due to haste when trying to deal with a ball into the box. They gradually fought back into the game, skipper Callum McGregor, turning home a Kieran Tierney cutback for 1-1. Stubborn Defence The shot-stopper Schwolow, who had denied from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, blocked an Engels shot which flicked off MagnĂșsson. Craig Halkett stopped a Yamada attempt in stoppage time. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the clock ticked down. âWe stand firmâ has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at Tynecastle. One cannot overlook the noise. Full report to follow.