The Jambos Move 8 Points Ahead Ahead at the Pinnacle After Shankland's Penalty Kick Sees Off The Glasgow Giants
History wasn't made at Tynecastle Park, since it's far too early for such landmarks. What this match did emphasise is that Hearts have a genuine serious opportunity of ending Scottish football's 40-year title duopoly. Make that an eight-point lead for the team over their rivals, whom they comfortably swatted aside. The challenge is now for others.
Key Moments in the Second Half
A crucial three-minute spell proved decisive, following a tight first half that was contested closely. It was remarkable after they took a 3-1 lead was how comfortable the closing stages of the game was for the Tynecastle team. Kyziridis netted the second goal, cutting in from the left before thumping a right-footed shot past the static Kasper Schmeichel. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Murray upending the Hearts player for a foul that Lawrence Shankland converted. Brendan Rodgers appeared frustrated; his problems are mounting.
Supporters began celebrating after Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against the opposition.
Hoops' Reaction
The away side responded positively from the hosts' quick opening. Dane Murray, who endured a torrid afternoon, scored an own goal due to panic when trying to remove a delivery from Shankland. The Hoops worked their way into the game, skipper Callum McGregor, scoring a Tierney cutback for 1-1.
Stubborn Defence
The shot-stopper Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, parried an Arne Engels shot which touched Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett thwarted a Yamada attempt in the dying moments. They comfortably saw out the game as the game concluded. “We shall not be moved” has become the favoured chant at Tynecastle. It's hard to ignore the excitement.
- Full report to follow.