đ Share this article Hearts Extend Eight Points Clear Ahead at the Summit Following Lawrence Shankland's Spot-Kick Overcomes The Hoops History wasn't made at Tynecastle, as it's far too early for such landmarks. The encounter underlined is that Hearts have a genuine credible shot of disrupting Scottish football's 40-year dominance by two. That advantage stands at eight points for the maroon side over the visitors, whom they comfortably swatted aside. Catch them if you can. Turning Point in the Second Half A crucial three-minute spell were key, once the initial exchanges that was fiercely fought. The striking aspect after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how untroubled the closing stages of the game was for the Tynecastle team. Alexandros Kyziridis doubled the lead, cutting in from the left before firing a powerful effort past the stationary the Celtic keeper. Delight increased in the stands, Murray fouling ClĂĄudio Braga for a penalty that the captain slotted home. Brendan Rodgers appeared frustrated; challenges abound for him. Fans start to rejoice after Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against Celtic. Celtic's Response Celtic had actually recovered well from the hosts' quick opening. Dane Murray, who endured a torrid afternoon, scored an own goal due to panic when trying to deal with a Shankland cross. Celtic edged their way back into the game, the captain McGregor, scoring a Tierney pass for the equaliser. Solid Backline The shot-stopper Alexander Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Nygren in the first half, kept out an Arne Engels shot which touched MagnĂșsson. Halkett thwarted a Yamada attempt in the dying moments. The hosts faced little else as the clock ticked down. âWe stand firmâ has become the favoured chant at the ground. It's hard to ignore the excitement. Full report to follow.