🔗 Share this article The Jambos Push Eight Points Ahead Ahead at the Pinnacle After Shankland's Spot-Kick Defeats The Glasgow Giants A historic moment didn't occur at their home ground, as it's far too early for such milestones. What this match did emphasise is that the Edinburgh club have a genuine strong chance of disrupting Scottish football's four decade-long stranglehold. That advantage stands at eight points for the maroon side over their rivals, whom they decisively beat. The challenge is now for others. Turning Point in the Latter Period Three second-half minutes made the difference, once the initial exchanges that was evenly matched. The striking aspect after they extended their advantage was how stress-free the rest of the game was for the hosts. Kyziridis scored Hearts’ second, cutting in from the left before blasting a strike past the motionless the Celtic keeper. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Murray bringing down Cláudio Braga for a foul that Shankland converted. Brendan Rodgers looked dejected; challenges abound for him. Fans start to rejoice after Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against the opposition. Hoops' Reaction The away side responded positively from an early setback. The defender, who had a difficult day, turned the ball into his own net due to panic when trying to clear a Shankland cross. They gradually fought back into the game, skipper McGregor, turning home a Kieran Tierney cutback for 1-1. Hearts' Defensive Resilience The Hearts goalkeeper Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, blocked an Arne Engels shot which flicked off Tómas Magnússon. Halkett blocked 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 the stadium. It is becoming increasingly difficult the buzz. Detailed coverage will be available.