🔗 Share this article The Tynecastle side Move Eight Points Clear at the Summit After Lawrence Shankland's Spot-Kick Overcomes The Glasgow Giants A historic moment didn't occur at their home ground, with it being far too early for such milestones. This game highlighted is that Heart of Midlothian possess a real strong chance of breaking Scottish football's four decade-long stranglehold. They now lead by eight points for the maroon side over the visitors, whom they easily dispatched. Catch them if you can. Turning Point in the Second Half A crucial three-minute spell made the difference, once the initial exchanges that was evenly matched. It was remarkable after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how comfortable the rest of the game was for the hosts. Kyziridis scored Hearts’ second, moving infield before firing a powerful effort past the stationary Kasper Schmeichel. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, Murray bringing down the Hearts player for a penalty that the captain converted. Brendan Rodgers appeared frustrated; challenges abound for him. Supporters began celebrating after Alexandros Kyziridis (second right) gives Hearts the lead against the opposition. The Visitors' Fightback The away side responded positively from Hearts’ rapid start. The defender, who endured a torrid afternoon, turned the ball into his own net due to panic when trying to remove a ball into the box. The Hoops worked their way into the game, skipper McGregor, finishing a Tierney pull-back for level terms. Solid Backline The shot-stopper 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 blocked a Shin Yamada attempt in stoppage time. The hosts faced little else as the clock ticked down. “We remain resolute” has become the favoured chant at the stadium. It's hard to ignore the excitement. Complete analysis coming soon.