The Jambos Push Eight Points Ahead in Front at Top Following Lawrence Shankland's Penalty Kick Sees Off The Glasgow Giants
A historic moment didn't occur at Tynecastle, as it's far too early for such landmarks. The encounter underlined is that the Edinburgh club possess a real strong chance of disrupting Scottish football's 40-year stranglehold. They now lead by eight points for the team over their rivals, whom they decisively beat. The challenge is now for others.
Turning Point in the After the Break
Three second-half minutes proved decisive, after an opening period that was contested closely. What was so notable after they extended their advantage was how comfortable the rest of the game was for the home side. Kyziridis netted the second goal, moving infield before blasting a strike past the static the goalkeeper. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Dane Murray fouling Braga for a spot-kick that Lawrence Shankland slotted home. The Celtic manager appeared frustrated; his problems are mounting.
The crowd erupted after Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against the opposition.
The Visitors' Fightback
The away side responded positively from an early setback. The defender, who had a difficult day, conceded an own goal due to haste when trying to deal with a Shankland cross. They gradually fought back into the game, skipper McGregor, finishing a Kieran Tierney pull-back for the equaliser.
Stubborn Defence
The shot-stopper Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, blocked an Arne Engels shot which touched Tómas Magnússon. Craig Halkett stopped a Yamada attempt in the dying moments. They comfortably saw out the game as the clock ticked down. “We stand firm” has become the popular anthem at the stadium. It is becoming increasingly difficult the excitement.
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