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The Celtic boss stated he had no concerns about losing his job, claiming, “I believe we are really close to things turning around,” in the wake of sliding worryingly close to the exit with a comprehensive loss to their arch-rivals.

A Second-Half Collapse Sees Derby Loss

The home side were in front Rangers at the interval but a disastrous second period let Danny Röhl’s team to move level on points with the current league title holders. The former MLS manager, who was appointed from the MLS, has now been in charge for six defeats in eight fixtures.

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

Asked directly about his own future, he replied: “I don’t think about it. I think about discovering solutions to aid my players to be good on the fine details.

Protest On Display

The fans made their feelings clear – towards the board and manager – by protesting at full time. The hierarchy would be most likely to re-appoint the interim manager, who enjoyed a successful temporary stint last year, if Nancy departs.

“It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the reality for the moment. But when I say this is the reality, I am not saying that I am pessimistic. Not at all. My point is the turnaround is near, really, really close to reverse our form.”

Focus on the Details

Nancy highlights the fact his team show good levels for one half at a time. For instance, if not for missed chances they would have been more than 1-0 up. “There were positives aside from the fact that we haven’t scored a second goal,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I have also to be fair.

“The performance we had at stages was really, really, really high. That is a fact. I wouldn't talk like that if it was untrue. That is the reason, regarding outcomes, I mentioned this is the same story. Which is why I said that we are really close to getting it right. Right now: the fine margins.”

“We produced many, many good things that we did, as was the case today. However comes down to consistency. My message would not be the same. Therefore I firmly believe we will manage to get back on track.”

Opposition Reaction Outlook

The victorious boss was cautious about a championship push in spite of what seemed like a huge result. “One match at a time, so we can develop a challenge,” he said. “The belief in the squad is excellent.”