Arne Engels converts handball penalty as Celtic draw level with Hearts
Arne Engels converted a crucial handball penalty to abruptly draw Celtic level in their Scottish Premiership clash against Hearts.
The Belgian midfielder made no mistake from the spot, immediately restoring parity for Brendan Rodgers’ side.
The match official pointed to the penalty mark following another contentious handball decision inside the box.
Frustration for the visiting side
Hearts had initially taken the lead, putting the reigning Scottish champions under unexpected pressure on home soil.
However, that advantage proved incredibly short-lived as the hosts responded with immediate attacking intent.
The resulting defensive infringement gifted the Glasgow giants a golden opportunity to instantly alter the momentum.
Maintaining composure under pressure
Stepping up to the mark, the club’s record signing calmly dispatched the ball past the opposition goalkeeper.
It is not the first time the Hoops have benefited from stringent handball rulings in recent fixtures.
This rapid equaliser ensured the title-chasers maintained control over their domestic destiny during a tense encounter.
