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Wilfried Nancy insisted he had no concerns about dismissal, maintaining, “We are very near to things turning around,” even after moving dangerously close to the chopping block with a convincing loss to their arch-rivals.

A Second-Half Capitulation Leads to Old Firm Defeat

The home side had led the visitors at half-time but a collapse after the break allowed Danny Röhl’s team to draw level on points with the current league title holders. The French coach, who was appointed from Columbus Crew, has now been in charge for six losses in his last eight matches.

“There is unity at the club,” stated Nancy.

Questioned about the speculation, Nancy replied: “I don’t think about it. My focus is on discovering solutions to get the team to be good on the fine details.

Supporters' Anger Outside Parkhead

Celtic’s support displayed their anger – aimed at the hierarchy – by gathering at Parkhead. Club directors are thought to be considering to re-appoint the interim manager, who steered the club during a caretaker period previously, if Nancy departs.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. That is the truth for the moment. But when I say that’s how it is, that is not a sign that I am a defeatist guy. Absolutely not. My point is the turnaround is near, imminently close to turn things around.”

Focus on the Details

Nancy remains focused on the fact his team show good levels for a half at a time. In fact, but for wastefulness in front of goal they would have been more than 1-0 up. “The performance had merit except the fact that we missed a second goal,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but it's important to stay balanced.

“The performance we had at times was exceptionally high. That happened. I wouldn't talk like that if it was untrue. That is the reason, in terms of results, I said this is the same story. That’s why I said that a change is coming to a shift in fortunes. But for the moment: small things.”

“We produced a lot of encouraging signs that we did, once more. However is sustaining it. My message would be different the same. That’s why I am a big believer the team can to fix this.”

Röhl’s Cautious Stance

The victorious boss was cautious about a title charge despite what felt like a landmark win. “We take it game by game, then we can really build up a challenge,” he said. “The belief in the team is immense.”