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The Celtic boss stated he did not fear dismissal, claiming, “We are extremely close to things turning around,” in the wake of sliding worryingly close to being fired with a comprehensive setback against their arch-rivals.

A Second-Half Collapse Results in Old Firm Defeat

The Hoops were ahead their oldest rivals at the interval but a second-half capitulation allowed Danny Röhl’s team to move level on points with the current league title holders. The French coach, who was hired in December, has now overseen six defeats in his first eight games.

“We are together with the board,” stated Nancy.

Pressed on whether he was concerned, he responded: “It’s not on my mind. My focus is on finding ways to get the team to be good on small moments.

Protest On Display

Hundreds of supporters voiced their fury – directed at the hierarchy – by protesting outside the stadium. The board are thought to be considering to bring back Martin O’Neill, who enjoyed a successful caretaker period before Nancy was hired, if the Frenchman were sacked.

“Wins and losses [that leads to pressure]. So this is the situation for the moment. However by saying that’s how it is, that is not a sign that I am giving up. Not at all. What I mean the turnaround is near, really, really close to turn things around.”

“Really, Really Close”

Nancy remains focused on the fact Celtic show good levels for 45 minutes at a time. For instance, but for poor finishing they would have been better than 1-0 up. “I saw enough except the fact that we missed more goals,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but it's important to stay fair.

“The standard we had at stages was of top quality. That happened. I wouldn't speak so positively if it was untrue. But that’s why, regarding outcomes, I mentioned it's a repeating pattern. That’s why I feel we are really close to getting it right. But for the moment: details, details, details.”

“I saw a lot of encouraging signs that we did, like today again. However is consistency. My outlook would change the same. Therefore I am convinced we’re going to be able to turn things around.”

The Rangers Boss Stance

Danny Röhl was cautious about a serious challenge in spite of what seemed like a statement victory. “One match at a time, then we can develop something here,” he said. “The faith in the group is outstanding.”