The Jambos Move Eight Points Clear in Front at Top Following Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Sees Off The Glasgow Giants
A historic moment didn't occur at their home ground, as it's far too early for such achievements. The encounter underlined is that Heart of Midlothian are at least in with strong chance of disrupting Scottish football's long-standing title duopoly. That advantage stands at eight points for Hearts over Celtic, whom they easily dispatched. The challenge is now for others.
Key Moments in the Latter Period
A brief but pivotal phase made the difference, once the initial exchanges that was evenly matched. The striking aspect after they extended their advantage was how stress-free the closing stages of the game was for the home side. Kyziridis netted the second goal, drifting inside before thumping a right-footed shot past the motionless the Celtic keeper. Delight increased in the stands, Dane Murray upending the Hearts player for a foul that Lawrence Shankland slotted home. Brendan Rodgers looked dejected; his problems are mounting.
Supporters began celebrating after Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against Celtic.
Hoops' Reaction
The away side responded positively from Hearts’ rapid start. Dane Murray, who had a difficult day, turned the ball into his own net due to confusion when trying to clear a delivery from Shankland. Celtic edged their way back into the game, skipper McGregor, finishing a Tierney cutback for level terms.
Solid Backline
The shot-stopper Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, blocked an Engels shot which deflected off Magnússon. Craig Halkett thwarted a Yamada attempt in the dying moments. They comfortably saw out the game as the clock ticked down. “We shall not be moved” has become the favoured chant at the stadium. One cannot overlook the excitement.
- Complete analysis coming soon.
