Hearts defeated Celtic 2-0, and there were celebrations all over the camp.
The boys in maroon and their devoted fan base had an early Christmas after Hearts defeated Celtic 2-0 on Saturday afternoon.
Things weren’t looking too well before the fight. Celtic had just won their opening Champions League game, whereas Hearts had lost their last two games. The Hoops were also headed for their 53rd straight victory at home against the league.
But Steven Naismith’s team was up to the task, as two goals in the first half from Stephen Kingsley and Lawrence Shankland were sufficient to halt the Scottish champions cold and prevent them from earning any points. With a game against St. Mirren this weekend that might define Europe, the Jambos are back in third place.
Ten of the greatest photos from Celtic Park after the historic victory…
1. Naismith vs Rodgers
A cordial handshake ahead of what would become a league-changing match.
2. It’s 2-0 to Hearts
Lawrence Shankland celebrates at full time following the Hearts win over Celtic
3. A furious Furuhashi
Frustrations run high as Kyogo Furuhashi fails to score vs Hearts
4. Kingsley doubles it
A first goal in 20 months for Stephen Kingsley as Hearts double their lead in the first half.
5. Breaking the wall
A stunning free-kick from Kingsley doubles Hearts’ lead as Celtic’s defence fails to stop the ball.
6. ‘He’s our number 3’
Kingsley celebrates with Aiden Denholm following his free-kick.
7. A mournful green
Celtic fans leave before the end as their footballers fail to deliver
8. Claps from Alex
Alex Cochrane applauds the Jambo fans following his side’s win over Celtic
It was smiles all around the Hearts camp following a 2-0 win over Celtic
Christmas came early for the boys in maroon and their ever-loyal fan base following Hearts’ 2-0 win over Celtic on Saturday afternoon.
Things were not looking overly promising ahead of the clash. Hearts had lost their two previous games and Celtic had just won their first Champions League match. In addition, the Hoops were on course to win their 53rd home league game in a row.
However, Steven Naismith’s squad rose to the challenge and two first half goals from Lawrence Shankland and Stephen Kingsley were enough to stop the Scottish champions in their tracks and deny them any points. The Jambos are now back up in third place ahead of what could be a European-defining game this weekend against St Mirren.
9. Full of Heart
Aiden Denholm celebrates with his teammate after the whistle blows at Celtic Park
10. 8 Clean Sheets
That’s another clean sheet in the Premiership for Zander Clark who may soon be forced to give way to the returning Craig Gordon
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