The Jambos Move 8 Points Clear Clear at the Summit Following Shankland's Penalty Sees Off The Glasgow Giants
We did not witness at their home ground, as it's far too early for such landmarks. The encounter underlined is that Hearts are at least in with credible shot of ending Scottish football's four decade-long stranglehold. Make that an eight-point lead for the maroon side over the visitors, whom they easily dispatched. Catch them if you can.
Decisive Period in the Latter Period
Three second-half minutes made the difference, following a tight first half that was contested closely. It was remarkable 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, cutting in from the left before thumping a right-footed shot past the motionless Kasper Schmeichel. Delight increased in the stands, the Celtic defender upending Cláudio Braga for a spot-kick that Shankland converted. Brendan Rodgers cut such a disconsolate figure; challenges abound for him.
Fans start to rejoice after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against the opposition.
Hoops' Reaction
The away side responded positively from Hearts’ rapid start. Dane Murray, who struggled throughout, conceded an own goal due to haste when trying to remove a ball into the box. Celtic edged their way back into the game, leader Callum McGregor, turning home a Tierney pull-back for level terms.
Stubborn Defence
The keeper Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Nygren in the first half, kept out an Engels shot which touched Tómas Magnússon. 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. It is becoming increasingly difficult the noise.
- Full report coming soon.
