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Wilfried Nancy stated he was not afraid of losing his job, maintaining, “The team is extremely close to things turning around,” in the wake of moving dangerously close to the chopping block with a comprehensive defeat by the Ibrox side.

A Second-Half Capitulation Results in Old Firm Disaster

The home side were ahead their oldest rivals at the interval but a collapse after the break let Danny Röhl’s team to draw level on points with the defending league title holders. The French coach, who was hired in December, has now been in charge for six losses in his first eight fixtures.

“We are together at the club,” said Nancy.

Asked directly about whether he was concerned, he replied: “I don’t think about it. My focus is on working out methods to help my team to excel on small moments.

Protest On Display

Celtic’s support made their feelings clear – directed at the dugout and directors – in their hundreds at Parkhead. The hierarchy are thought to be considering to bring back Martin O’Neill, who steered the club during a caretaker period last year, if the Frenchman were sacked.

“It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the reality for the moment. Yet in stating this is the reality, that is not a sign that I am a defeatist guy. Not at all. What I mean we are on the cusp, imminently close to reverse our form.”

Nancy’s Persistent Belief

Nancy remains focused on the fact his team play well for one half at a time. For instance, if not for poor finishing they could have been greater than 1-0 up. “There were positives other than the fact that we missed a second goal,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but I have also to be objective.

“The standard we had at certain moments was really, really, really high. This is the reality. And I would not say that if it was different. But that’s why, regarding outcomes, I said we've seen this before. That’s why I believe we are really close to a shift in fortunes. Currently: details, details, details.”

“We produced a lot of encouraging signs that we did, once more. The issue now it’s about performing for 90 minutes. My outlook would be different if I didn't believe it. This is why I firmly believe we will manage to fix this.”

The Rangers Boss Stance

Rangers manager was cautious about a championship push in spite of what appeared to be a statement victory. “We take it game by game, then we can really build up something here,” he said. “The faith in the group is excellent.”