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History wasn't made at Tynecastle Park, with it being far too early for such milestones. This game highlighted is that Heart of Midlothian possess a real credible shot of ending Scottish football's four decade-long dominance by two. That advantage stands at eight points for Hearts over the visitors, whom they decisively beat. The challenge is now for others.

Key Moments in the Latter Period

A crucial three-minute spell were key, after an opening period that was contested closely. It was remarkable after they took a 3-1 lead was how untroubled the remainder of the game was for the hosts. Alexandros Kyziridis doubled the lead, drifting inside before firing a powerful effort past the static the goalkeeper. Delight increased in the stands, the Celtic defender fouling Braga for a penalty that Shankland tucked away. Rodgers looked dejected; his problems are mounting.

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

The Visitors' Fightback

Celtic bounced back from the hosts' quick opening. The defender, who had a difficult day, turned the ball into his own net due to haste when trying to remove a ball into the box. The Hoops worked their way into the game, leader Callum McGregor, scoring a Kieran Tierney pass for level terms.

Solid Backline

The shot-stopper Schwolow, who had denied from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, kept out an Engels shot which deflected off Magnússon. Halkett stopped a Shin Yamada attempt in stoppage time. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the clock ticked down. “We shall not be moved” has become the favoured chant at the ground. It's hard to ignore the excitement.

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