Bullish Nancy insists he is not worried about the sack but the Parkhead faithful unleash wrath following loss.
Wilfried Nancy insisted he did not fear losing his job, asserting, “I believe we are extremely close to things turning around,” even after moving dangerously close to being fired with a convincing loss to the Ibrox side.
A Second-Half Meltdown Leads to Derby Loss
Celtic were ahead their oldest rivals at the break but a disastrous second period enabled Danny Röhl’s team to pull level on points with the reigning Scottish Premiership champions. The former MLS manager, who was hired in December, has now presided over six setbacks in his last eight matches.
“We are together at the club,” stated the manager.
Questioned about his own future, Nancy replied: “That’s not my focus. My focus is on working out methods to aid my players to be good on small moments.
Protest On Display
The fans displayed their anger – towards the board and manager – by protesting at Parkhead. The hierarchy are thought to be considering to bring back the former boss, who had a fruitful temporary stint previously, should a change be made.
“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the reality for the moment. However in stating this is the reality, that is not a sign that I am a defeatist guy. No. My point is we are on the cusp, imminently close to reverse our form.”
“Really, Really Close”
He remains focused on the fact his team can perform strongly for a half at a time. In fact, if not for wastefulness in front of goal they could have been more than 1-0 up. “The performance had merit aside from the fact that we haven’t scored a second goal,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but I have also to be fair.
“The standard we had at certain moments was exceptionally high. That happened. I wouldn't talk like that if it was different. That is the reason, when it comes to wins, I said it's a repeating pattern. Which is why I feel we are really close to things turning around. Currently: the fine margins.”
“I saw plenty of positives that we did, like today again. However it’s about sustaining it. My outlook would be different the same. That’s why I am a big believer the team can to fix this.”
The Rangers Boss Outlook
Danny Röhl refused to contemplate a title charge despite what appeared to be a huge result. “Step by step, then we can gradually build momentum,” he said. “The belief in the team is excellent.”
