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We did not witness at Tynecastle, with it being far too early for such achievements. This game highlighted is that Heart of Midlothian have a genuine credible shot of disrupting Scottish football's four decade-long stranglehold. Make that an eight-point lead for the team over their rivals, whom they easily dispatched. The challenge is now for others.

Decisive Period in the Latter Period

A crucial three-minute spell were key, once the initial exchanges that was contested closely. What was so notable after they extended their advantage was how comfortable the rest of the game was for the hosts. The Greek winger scored Hearts’ second, cutting in from the left before thumping a right-footed shot past the static Kasper Schmeichel. Delight increased in the stands, the Celtic defender fouling Cláudio Braga for a penalty that Lawrence Shankland tucked away. The Celtic manager looked dejected; he hardly has his troubles to seek.

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

Hoops' Reaction

The away side responded positively from an early setback. The defender, who endured a torrid afternoon, turned the ball into his own net due to haste when trying to deal with a ball into the box. The Hoops worked their way into the game, skipper McGregor, finishing a Kieran Tierney cutback for the equaliser.

Stubborn Defence

The shot-stopper Schwolow, who had denied from Benjamin Nygren in the first half, kept out an Engels shot which deflected off Magnússon. Craig Halkett stopped a Shin Yamada attempt in the dying moments. Hearts were otherwise untroubled as the clock ticked down. “We shall not be moved” has become the favoured chant at the stadium. It is becoming increasingly difficult the noise.

• Full report coming soon.