Defiant Nancy does not fear the sack but supporters show anger following defeat.

The Celtic boss declared he did not fear losing his job, asserting, “We are really close to things turning around,” despite sliding worryingly close to being fired with a convincing defeat by Rangers.

A Second-Half Capitulation Sees Old Firm Loss

The home side were ahead Rangers at half-time but a collapse after the break enabled Danny Röhl’s team to pull level on points with the reigning Scottish Premiership champions. The French coach, who was brought in in December, has now presided over six defeats in his first eight matches.

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

Pressed on whether he was concerned, he said: “That’s not my focus. I think about discovering solutions to aid my players to improve on the fine details.

Supporters' Anger Outside Parkhead

The fans voiced their fury – towards the hierarchy – by gathering at full time. The hierarchy would be most likely to bring back the interim manager, who had a fruitful temporary stint last year, should a change be made.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the situation for the moment. But in stating this is the reality, it doesn’t mean that I am giving up. Not at all. What I mean the turnaround is near, imminently close to change the narrative.”

Nancy’s Persistent Belief

Nancy remains focused on the fact Celtic show good levels for one half at a time. In fact, but for wastefulness in front of goal they would have been more than 1-0 up. “There were positives aside from the fact that we missed a second goal,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but it's important to stay fair.

“The level we had at certain moments was really, really, really high. That happened. I wouldn't talk like that if it was different. Therefore, regarding outcomes, I said we've seen this before. For that reason I said that we are nearly there to getting it right. But for the moment: small things.”

“We produced plenty of positives that we did, once more. The issue now it’s about sustaining it. My narrative would change if it was not the case. That’s why I am convinced the team can to get back on track.”

The Rangers Boss Stance

Rangers manager refused to contemplate a title charge in spite of what appeared to be a landmark win. “One match at a time, then we can develop momentum,” he said. “The belief in the group is excellent.”

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