Defiant Wilfried Nancy insists he is not worried about the sack yet supporters show anger following defeat.

Wilfried Nancy stated he did not fear the sack, maintaining, “I believe we are extremely close to a turnaround,” despite sliding worryingly close to being fired with a heavy defeat by Rangers.

A Second-Half Capitulation Results in Old Firm Loss

The Hoops had led the visitors at the break but a collapse after the break allowed Danny Röhl’s team to pull level on points with the reigning league title holders. The former MLS manager, who was brought in in December, has now been in charge for six setbacks in eight fixtures.

“There is unity with the board,” insisted Nancy.

Pressed on the speculation, the 48-year-old responded: “I don’t think about it. I think about working out methods to aid my players to be good on details.

Supporters' Anger Outside Parkhead

Celtic’s support displayed their anger – towards the hierarchy – by gathering at Parkhead. The board would be most likely to return to the interim manager, who enjoyed a successful temporary stint last year, if Nancy departs.

“It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. That is the reality for the moment. Yet when I say this is the reality, it doesn’t mean that I am giving up. No. The message is we are really close, imminently close to turn things around.”

Nancy’s Persistent Belief

The coach highlights the fact his team play well for a half at a time. For instance, but for wastefulness in front of goal they would have been greater than 1-0 up. “The performance had merit aside from the fact that we missed a second goal,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but I must remain objective.

“The level we had at times was really, really, really high. That is a fact. I could not say that if it was different. But that’s why, in terms of results, I mentioned this is the same story. That’s why I feel we are really close to things turning around. Currently: the fine margins.”

“We produced plenty of positives that we did, like today again. The issue now comes down to performing for 90 minutes. My outlook would change if it was not the case. That’s why I am a big believer the team can to fix this.”

Opposition Reaction Response

Danny Röhl played down talk of a serious challenge in spite of what felt like a statement victory. “We take it game by game, then we can really build up momentum,” he said. “The belief in the group is excellent.”