The Jambos Push Eight Points Ahead Ahead at the Pinnacle After Shankland's Spot-Kick Sees Off The Glasgow Giants

A historic moment didn't occur at their home ground, since it's far too early for such achievements. The encounter underlined is that the Edinburgh club are at least in with credible shot of ending Scottish football's four decade-long dominance by two. That advantage stands at eight points for the team over their rivals, whom they comfortably swatted aside. Catch them if you can.

Key Moments in the After the Break

A brief but pivotal phase made the difference, once the initial exchanges that was evenly matched. It was remarkable after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how untroubled the rest of the game was for the home side. Kyziridis netted the second goal, drifting inside before firing a powerful effort past the static Kasper Schmeichel. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Dane Murray fouling Cláudio Braga for a foul that Shankland converted. The Celtic manager appeared frustrated; he hardly has his troubles to seek.

Supporters began celebrating after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against the opposition.

Hoops' Reaction

Celtic had actually recovered well from the hosts' quick opening. Murray, who endured a torrid afternoon, turned the ball into his own net due to panic when trying to remove a Shankland cross. They gradually fought back into the game, the captain McGregor, scoring a Tierney pass for level terms.

Solid Backline

The shot-stopper Schwolow, who had saved superbly from Nygren in the first half, kept out an Arne Engels shot which touched Magnússon. Craig Halkett blocked a Shin Yamada attempt in the dying moments. They comfortably saw out the game as the minutes passed. “We shall not be moved” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at the stadium. It is becoming increasingly difficult the noise.

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