🔗 Share this article The Jambos Push 8 Points Ahead at the Pinnacle Following Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Kick Sees Off Celtic History wasn't made at their home ground, with it being far too early for such landmarks. The encounter underlined is that the Edinburgh club are at least in with credible shot of ending Scottish football's 40-year title duopoly. Make that an eight-point lead for Hearts over the visitors, whom they comfortably swatted aside. The challenge is now for others. Key Moments in the Second Half Three second-half minutes were key, after an opening period that was fiercely fought. The striking aspect after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how comfortable the rest of the game was for the hosts. The Greek winger doubled the lead, moving infield before blasting a strike past the static the goalkeeper. Delight increased in the stands, Dane Murray fouling Cláudio Braga for a foul that Lawrence Shankland tucked away. The Celtic manager appeared frustrated; his problems are mounting. The crowd erupted after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against Celtic. Celtic's Response Celtic bounced back from an early setback. Murray, who had a difficult day, scored an own goal due to confusion when trying to deal with a delivery from Shankland. The Hoops worked their way into the game, skipper McGregor, turning home a Kieran Tierney cutback for level terms. Solid Backline The Hearts goalkeeper Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, parried an Arne Engels shot which deflected off Magnússon. Craig Halkett stopped a Shin Yamada attempt in the dying moments. The hosts faced little else as the minutes passed. “We remain resolute” has become the favoured chant at Tynecastle. One cannot overlook the noise. Detailed coverage will be available.