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The under-pressure manager stated he had no concerns about dismissal, claiming, “The team is extremely close to a turnaround,” even after edging perilously close to the chopping block with a convincing loss to their arch-rivals.

Another Collapse Results in Old Firm Defeat

The home side were ahead the visitors at the interval but a collapse after the break allowed Danny Röhl’s team to pull level on points with the reigning Scottish Premiership champions. Nancy, who was appointed from the MLS, has now overseen six losses in eight matches.

“There is unity at the club,” insisted Nancy.

Asked directly about whether he was concerned, he responded: “That’s not my focus. I concentrate on working out methods to get the team to improve on the fine details.

Protest Erupts

Celtic’s support voiced their fury – aimed at the board and manager – by protesting at full time. Club directors are reportedly likely to bring back Martin O’Neill, who enjoyed a successful temporary stint before Nancy was hired, should a change be made.

“Wins and losses [that leads to pressure]. That is the reality for the moment. But by saying this is the reality, that is not a sign that I am a defeatist guy. Not at all. My point is we are really close, imminently close to change the narrative.”

“Really, Really Close”

The coach highlights the fact the side can perform strongly for a half at a time. Indeed, but for wastefulness in front of goal they could have been greater than 1-0 up. “I saw enough aside from the fact that we haven’t scored a second goal,” he said. “I know that we lost, but it's important to stay objective.

“The level we had at certain moments was really, really, really high. That is a fact. And I would not speak so positively if it was untrue. But that’s why, regarding outcomes, I mentioned it's a repeating pattern. That’s why I believe we are really close to a shift in fortunes. Currently: small things.”

“I saw many, many good things that we did, like today again. But now comes down to sustaining it. My message would not be if I didn't believe it. That’s why I am a big believer we’re going to be able to turn things around.”

Röhl’s Cautious Response

Rangers manager played down talk of a championship push even after what seemed like a statement victory. “We take it game by game, and we can develop a challenge,” he said. “The faith in the team is outstanding.”