The Tynecastle side Move Eight Points Ahead in Front at the Summit After Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Kick Sees Off The Glasgow Giants
A historic moment didn't occur at Tynecastle, since it's far too early for such landmarks. The encounter underlined is that Heart of Midlothian possess a real serious opportunity of breaking Scottish football's long-standing title duopoly. Make that an eight-point lead for the maroon side over their rivals, whom they decisively beat. The challenge is now for others.
Decisive Period in the Latter Period
Three second-half minutes were key, following a tight first half that was evenly matched. The striking aspect after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how stress-free the remainder of the game was for the hosts. Kyziridis doubled the lead, moving infield before thumping a right-footed shot past the stationary the goalkeeper. More joy followed in the stands, Murray fouling Braga for a penalty that the captain converted. Brendan Rodgers looked dejected; he hardly has his troubles to seek.
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. Murray, who had a difficult day, turned the ball into his own net due to confusion when trying to deal with a Shankland cross. They gradually fought back into the game, the captain McGregor, turning home a Tierney pull-back for the equaliser.
Stubborn Defence
The Hearts goalkeeper Alexander Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Nygren in the first half, parried an Arne Engels shot which touched Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett thwarted a Shin Yamada attempt in stoppage time. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the game concluded. “We shall not be moved” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at the ground. It's hard to ignore the buzz.
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