Defiant Celtic's manager insists he is not worried about being fired yet Celtic fans show anger after derby defeat.
The Celtic boss declared he had no concerns about dismissal, maintaining, “We are very near to changing our fortunes,” even after edging perilously close to the exit with a heavy setback against the Ibrox side.
Another Meltdown Leads to Derby Defeat
The Hoops were ahead their oldest rivals at the interval but a second-half capitulation enabled Rangers to draw level on points with the reigning Scottish Premiership champions. Nancy, who was hired in December, has now overseen six setbacks in eight games.
“The board and I are united at the club,” said the manager.
Pressed on his own future, he said: “That’s not my focus. I concentrate on finding ways to help my team to excel on details.
Supporters' Anger On Display
Hundreds of supporters voiced their fury – aimed at the board and manager – in their hundreds at Parkhead. The hierarchy are thought to be considering to return to Martin O’Neill, who enjoyed a successful caretaker period previously, if Nancy departs.
“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. That is the reality for the moment. Yet when I say that’s how it is, that is not a sign that I am pessimistic. Not at all. My point is we are really close, really, really close to reverse our form.”
Nancy’s Persistent Belief
The coach remains focused on the fact Celtic show good levels for one half at a time. In fact, but for poor finishing they might have been greater than 1-0 up. “The performance had merit other than the fact that we didn't take a second goal,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but I have also to be fair.
“The level we had at times was of top quality. This is the reality. I wouldn't say that if it was not the case. But that’s why, in terms of results, I noted it's a repeating pattern. That’s why I feel we are nearly there to a shift in fortunes. But for the moment: details, details, details.”
“We produced a lot of encouraging signs that we did, like today again. However it’s about sustaining it. My outlook would not be if I didn't believe it. Therefore I firmly believe we will manage to fix this.”
Röhl’s Cautious Stance
Rangers manager played down talk of a title charge despite what appeared to be a huge result. “We take it game by game, and we can develop a challenge,” he said. “The faith in the group is excellent.”
