Defiant Celtic's manager does not fear dismissal but supporters display fury after defeat.
Wilfried Nancy stated he was not afraid of losing his job, asserting, “The team is very near to things turning around,” even after edging perilously close to the exit with a convincing loss to the Ibrox side.
A Second-Half Collapse Leads to Derby Defeat
The home side were in front Rangers at half-time but a disastrous second period let 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 been in charge for six losses in his last eight matches.
“There is unity at the club,” insisted the manager.
Questioned about his own future, he responded: “It’s not on my mind. I concentrate on finding ways to help my team to improve on small moments.
Protest Outside Parkhead
The fans made their feelings clear – directed at the hierarchy – by gathering at full time. The board would be most likely to bring back Martin O’Neill, who steered the club during a temporary stint last year, should a change be made.
“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. So this is the truth for the moment. Yet when I say this is the reality, I am not saying that I am pessimistic. Not at all. The message is we are on the cusp, really, really close to turn things around.”
Nancy’s Persistent Belief
He remains focused on the fact the side can perform strongly for 45 minutes at a time. For instance, but for missed chances they might have been better than 1-0 up. “The performance had merit aside from the fact that we missed more goals,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but it's important to stay balanced.
“The performance we had at stages was exceptionally high. That is a fact. I wouldn't speak so positively if it was not the case. Therefore, regarding outcomes, I said we've seen this before. Which is why I believe a change is coming to getting it right. But for the moment: the fine margins.”
“I saw a lot of encouraging signs that we did, once more. But now comes down to sustaining it. My message would be different if it was not the case. This is why I am convinced we’re going to be able to turn things around.”
The Rangers Boss Outlook
Danny Röhl was cautious about a championship push in spite of what appeared to be a statement victory. “One match at a time, then we can develop something here,” he said. “The faith in the squad is immense.”
