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History wasn't made at their home ground, with it being far too early for such achievements. What this match did emphasise is that the Edinburgh club are at least in with credible shot of disrupting Scottish football's four decade-long stranglehold. That advantage stands at eight points for the maroon side over Celtic, whom they comfortably swatted aside. Catch them if you can.

Decisive Period in the Latter Period

Three second-half minutes proved decisive, following a tight first half that was contested closely. The striking aspect after Hearts surged 3-1 in front was how stress-free the remainder of the game was for the home side. Alexandros Kyziridis doubled the lead, moving infield before firing a powerful effort past the static the goalkeeper. Soon there was further euphoria in the stands, the Celtic defender upending Braga for a penalty that Lawrence Shankland tucked away. Brendan Rodgers cut such a disconsolate figure; he hardly has his troubles to seek.

Supporters began celebrating after 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. Murray, who struggled throughout, conceded an own goal due to haste when trying to remove a ball into the box. The Hoops worked their way into the game, leader McGregor, turning home a Tierney pull-back for 1-1.

Solid Backline

The Hearts goalkeeper Schwolow, who had made a brilliant stop from Nygren in the first half, kept out an Engels shot which deflected off Magnússon. Craig Halkett thwarted a Yamada attempt in the dying moments. The hosts faced little else as the minutes passed. “We shall not be moved” has become the favoured chant at the ground. One cannot overlook the buzz.

• Complete analysis coming soon.