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History wasn't made at their home ground, with it being far too early for such milestones. The encounter underlined is that Hearts possess a real serious opportunity of ending Scottish football's long-standing title duopoly. Make that an eight-point lead for Hearts over the visitors, whom they comfortably swatted aside. The challenge is now for others.

Key Moments in the After the Break

A brief but pivotal phase made the difference, following a tight first half that was fiercely fought. What was so notable after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how untroubled the rest of the game was for the home side. Kyziridis scored Hearts’ second, cutting in from the left before thumping a right-footed shot past the stationary the goalkeeper. Delight increased in the stands, the Celtic defender bringing down Cláudio Braga for a foul that Lawrence Shankland slotted home. Brendan Rodgers appeared frustrated; challenges abound for him.

Supporters began celebrating after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) scores to make it 2-1 against the opposition.

Celtic's Response

Celtic had actually recovered well from the hosts' quick opening. Dane Murray, who endured a torrid afternoon, scored an own goal due to confusion when trying to remove a delivery from Shankland. They gradually fought back into the game, skipper Callum McGregor, scoring a Kieran Tierney pull-back for 1-1.

Solid Backline

The shot-stopper Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Nygren in the first half, blocked an Engels shot which flicked off Magnússon. Craig Halkett blocked a Yamada attempt in stoppage time. The hosts faced little else as the clock ticked down. “We shall not be moved” has become the Tynecastle verse of choice at the stadium. It is becoming increasingly difficult the noise.

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