Bullish Celtic's manager insists he is not worried about the sack however Celtic fans unleash anger following loss.

Wilfried Nancy insisted he did not fear dismissal, asserting, “We are very near to a turnaround,” in the wake of moving dangerously close to being fired with a convincing defeat by their arch-rivals.

Another Meltdown Leads to Derby Loss

The home side were ahead Rangers at half-time but a second-half capitulation enabled Danny Röhl’s team to move level on points with the reigning Scottish Premiership champions. The former MLS manager, who was hired from the MLS, has now overseen six defeats in his first eight fixtures.

“There is unity with the board,” said the manager.

Asked directly about his own future, the 48-year-old replied: “I don’t think about it. My focus is on working out methods to aid my players to improve on small moments.

Fan Fury On Display

Celtic’s support made their feelings clear – directed at the board and manager – in their hundreds at full time. Club directors would be most likely to return to the former boss, who had a fruitful temporary stint last year, if Nancy departs.

“Wins and losses [that leads to pressure]. That is the situation for the moment. Yet in stating this is the reality, I am not saying that I am giving up. Not at all. The message is we are on the cusp, extremely close to reverse our form.”

Focus on the Details

He continues to cling to the fact the side can perform strongly for a half at a time. Indeed, but for wastefulness in front of goal they would have been greater than 1-0 up. “I saw enough other than the fact that we didn't take a second goal,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but I must remain balanced.

“The level we had at times was exceptionally high. This is the reality. I wouldn't speak so positively if it was untrue. Therefore, in terms of results, I mentioned it's a repeating pattern. For that reason I feel 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, like today again. But now comes down to sustaining it. My message would not be if it was not the case. Therefore I am convinced we’re going to be able to get back on track.”

Röhl’s Cautious Response

Rangers manager was cautious about a championship push even after what felt like a huge result. “One match at a time, then we can really build up momentum,” he said. “The faith in the group is immense.”