The Jambos Move 8 Points Ahead at the Summit After Shankland's Penalty Kick Sees Off The Glasgow Giants
A historic moment didn't occur at their home ground, since it's far too early for such milestones. This game highlighted is that Heart of Midlothian are at least in with serious opportunity of ending Scottish football's long-standing title duopoly. That advantage stands at eight points for the team over Celtic, whom they easily dispatched. Try to chase them down.
Turning Point in the After the Break
Three second-half minutes were key, following a tight first half that was contested closely. The striking aspect after they extended their advantage was how stress-free the rest of the game was for the Tynecastle team. The Greek winger scored Hearts’ second, moving infield before firing a powerful effort past the stationary the goalkeeper. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, the Celtic defender bringing down Braga for a penalty that Shankland converted. Rodgers appeared frustrated; he hardly has his troubles to seek.
Supporters began celebrating after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against Celtic.
Celtic's Response
Celtic had actually recovered well from the hosts' quick opening. The defender, who struggled throughout, scored an own goal due to panic when trying to remove a Shankland cross. The Hoops worked their way into the game, leader McGregor, finishing a Tierney pass for 1-1.
Stubborn Defence
The keeper Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Nygren in the first half, kept out an Arne Engels shot which deflected off Tómas Magnússon. Halkett stopped a Shin Yamada attempt in stoppage time. The hosts faced little else as the game concluded. “We stand firm” has become the popular anthem at the stadium. It is becoming increasingly difficult the excitement.
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