Unbowed Celtic's manager shows no fear of dismissal but supporters display fury after derby defeat.

The under-pressure manager declared he had no concerns about dismissal, maintaining, “We are really close to changing our fortunes,” in the wake of edging perilously close to the exit with a heavy defeat by their arch-rivals.

Another Meltdown Sees Old Firm Defeat

The Hoops were ahead Rangers at the interval but a disastrous second period let Rangers to move level on points with the current Scottish Premiership champions. The former MLS manager, who was hired from the MLS, has now presided over six defeats in eight matches.

“The board and I are united at the club,” said the manager.

Questioned about his own future, he said: “I don’t think about it. My focus is on finding ways to help my team to be good on small moments.

Supporters' Anger On Display

Hundreds of supporters displayed their anger – towards the board and manager – by protesting at full time. The hierarchy are thought to be considering to return to the former boss, who had a fruitful interim spell before Nancy was hired, should a change be made.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. So this is the truth for the moment. Yet when I say that’s how it is, that is not a sign that I am pessimistic. Not at all. The message is we are really close, imminently close to change the narrative.”

Focus on the Details

Nancy remains focused on the fact the side show good levels for one half at a time. For instance, were it not for missed chances they could have been better than 1-0 up. “I saw enough other than the fact that we didn't take a second goal,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but I must remain balanced.

“The performance we had at times was exceptionally high. That happened. I could not speak so positively if it was not the case. Therefore, regarding outcomes, I noted it's a repeating pattern. Which is why I said that we are really close to getting it right. But for the moment: details, details, details.”

“We produced a lot of encouraging signs that we did, as was the case today. But now it’s about consistency. My narrative would change if it was not the case. That’s why I am a big believer we will manage to turn things around.”

Röhl’s Cautious Outlook

Danny Röhl played down talk of a championship push in spite of what seemed like a huge result. “One match at a time, then we can develop something here,” he said. “The confidence in the squad is excellent.”