Hearts Move Eight Points in Front at the Summit Following Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Sees Off The Glasgow Giants
A historic moment didn't occur at Tynecastle, since it's far too early for such landmarks. What this match did emphasise is that the Edinburgh club possess a real serious opportunity of breaking Scottish football's four decade-long stranglehold. That advantage stands at eight points for the team over the visitors, whom they decisively beat. Catch them if you can.
Decisive Period in the Second Half
A brief but pivotal phase were key, after an opening period that was fiercely fought. What was so notable after they extended their advantage was how untroubled the rest of the game was for the home side. Alexandros Kyziridis scored Hearts’ second, drifting inside before firing a powerful effort past the static Kasper Schmeichel. More joy followed in the stands, Dane Murray bringing down Braga for a penalty that Lawrence Shankland slotted home. Rodgers looked dejected; his problems are mounting.
Supporters began celebrating after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against the opposition.
Hoops' Reaction
Celtic had actually recovered well from the hosts' quick opening. Murray, who endured a torrid afternoon, scored an own goal due to haste when trying to clear a ball into the box. The Hoops worked their way into the game, leader McGregor, scoring a Tierney pass for 1-1.
Solid Backline
The shot-stopper Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Nygren in the first half, parried an Engels shot which flicked off Tómas Magnússon. Halkett blocked a Shin Yamada attempt in added time. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the clock ticked down. “We shall not be moved” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at Tynecastle. It's hard to ignore the excitement.
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