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History wasn't made at Tynecastle Park, since it's far too early for such landmarks. This game highlighted is that Heart of Midlothian have a genuine serious opportunity of ending Scottish football's long-standing stranglehold. That advantage stands at eight points for the team over their rivals, whom they easily dispatched. The challenge is now for others.

Decisive Period in the Latter Period

A brief but pivotal phase proved decisive, after an opening period that was contested closely. What was so notable after they extended their advantage was how stress-free the remainder of the game was for the Tynecastle team. Kyziridis netted the second goal, cutting in from the left before firing a powerful effort past the static the Celtic keeper. More joy followed in the stands, Dane Murray upending Braga for a penalty that the captain slotted home. The Celtic manager appeared frustrated; he hardly has his troubles to seek.

Supporters began celebrating after Kyziridis (second right) puts Hearts 2-1 up against Celtic.

Celtic's Response

Celtic bounced back from an early setback. The defender, who endured a torrid afternoon, conceded an own goal due to haste when trying to remove a delivery from Shankland. They gradually fought back into the game, leader McGregor, turning home a Kieran Tierney cutback for the equaliser.

Solid Backline

The Hearts goalkeeper Alexander Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Nygren in the first half, kept out an Engels shot which touched Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett thwarted a Shin Yamada attempt in the dying moments. The hosts faced little else as the clock ticked down. “We remain resolute” has become the favoured chant at Tynecastle. One cannot overlook the noise.

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