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Wilfried Nancy insisted he had no concerns about the sack, asserting, “I believe we are extremely close to changing our fortunes,” despite moving dangerously close to the chopping block with a comprehensive setback against Rangers.

Another Meltdown Sees Old Firm Disaster

The Hoops were in front Rangers at half-time but a second-half capitulation let the Gers to pull level on points with the current league title holders. Nancy, who was appointed in December, has now been in charge for six setbacks in eight matches.

“The board and I are united at the club,” stated Nancy.

Questioned about his own future, Nancy responded: “That’s not my focus. I concentrate on finding ways to get the team to excel on the fine details.

Fan Fury On Display

The fans made their feelings clear – directed at the dugout and directors – by protesting at full time. The hierarchy are reportedly likely to return to the former boss, who enjoyed a successful temporary stint before Nancy was hired, if the Frenchman were sacked.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the reality for the moment. Yet in stating this is the reality, it doesn’t mean that I am giving up. Absolutely not. My point is the turnaround is near, imminently close to turn things around.”

Nancy’s Persistent Belief

The coach continues to cling to the fact Celtic can perform strongly for 45 minutes at a time. In fact, but for missed chances they might have been more than 1-0 up. “The performance had merit other than the fact that we didn't take a second goal,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I must remain fair.

“The level we had at stages was exceptionally high. That happened. And I would not speak so positively if it was untrue. That is the reason, regarding outcomes, I noted it's a repeating pattern. For that reason I said that a change is coming to things turning around. But for the moment: details, details, details.”

“I saw plenty of positives that we did, like today again. However it’s about performing for 90 minutes. My narrative would not be if it was not the case. That’s why I am convinced the team can to fix this.”

Opposition Reaction Outlook

The victorious boss played down talk of a championship push even after what seemed like a huge result. “Step by step, and we can gradually build a challenge,” he said. “The faith in the group is outstanding.”