The Jambos Push 8 Points in Front at the Pinnacle Following Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Kick Sees Off The Hoops

History wasn't made at Tynecastle Park, with it being far too early for such achievements. This game highlighted is that Hearts possess a real credible shot of disrupting Scottish football's four decade-long dominance by two. They now lead by eight points for the maroon side over the visitors, whom they decisively beat. The challenge is now for others.

Decisive Period in the Latter Period

A brief but pivotal phase made the difference, after an opening period that was fiercely fought. What was so notable after they extended their advantage was how stress-free the rest of the game was for the Tynecastle team. Alexandros Kyziridis scored Hearts’ second, drifting inside before firing a powerful effort past the stationary the goalkeeper. Delight increased in the stands, Dane Murray bringing down the Hearts player for a spot-kick that the captain converted. The Celtic manager cut such a disconsolate figure; his problems are mounting.

Supporters began celebrating after Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against the opposition.

Hoops' Reaction

Celtic bounced back from an early setback. Murray, who endured a torrid afternoon, scored an own goal due to panic when trying to remove a delivery from Shankland. Celtic edged their way back into the game, skipper McGregor, scoring a Kieran Tierney cutback for level terms.

Stubborn Defence

The Hearts goalkeeper Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, blocked an Engels shot which touched Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett blocked a Shin Yamada attempt in stoppage time. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the game concluded. “We remain resolute” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at Tynecastle. It's hard to ignore the noise.

• Full report coming soon.