Unbowed Wilfried Nancy insists he is not worried about being fired yet supporters unleash wrath following defeat.
The Celtic boss stated he was not afraid of the sack, maintaining, “The team is very near to things turning around,” even after moving dangerously close to the chopping block with a comprehensive setback against the Ibrox side.
A Second-Half Meltdown Results in Derby Disaster
Celtic were in front their oldest rivals at the interval but a second-half capitulation enabled Danny Röhl’s team to pull level on points with the defending Scottish Premiership champions. The French coach, who was hired in December, has now overseen six setbacks in his first eight games.
“There is unity at the club,” stated the manager.
Asked directly about the speculation, Nancy said: “I don’t think about it. I think about finding ways to help my team to excel on small moments.
Supporters' Anger Outside Parkhead
Hundreds of supporters displayed their anger – towards the hierarchy – in their hundreds at full time. The hierarchy would be most likely to return to Martin O’Neill, who enjoyed a successful caretaker period before Nancy was hired, if Nancy departs.
“It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. That is the reality for the moment. Yet in stating that’s how it is, it doesn’t mean that I am giving up. No. The message is we are really close, really, really close to change the narrative.”
“Really, Really Close”
He remains focused on the fact his team show good levels for 45 minutes at a time. In fact, were it not for wastefulness in front of goal they might have been more than 1-0 up. “The performance had merit other than the fact that we missed our chances,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I have also to be balanced.
“The performance we had at times was really, really, really high. That happened. I wouldn't talk like that if it was different. That is the reason, when it comes to wins, I said we've seen this before. That’s why I said that we are really close to getting it right. Currently: the fine margins.”
“We produced many, many good things that we did, as was the case today. But now comes down to consistency. My outlook would change if it was not the case. Therefore I firmly believe the team can to turn things around.”
The Rangers Boss Response
Rangers manager was cautious about a serious challenge even after what appeared to be a huge result. “Step by step, and we can develop momentum,” he said. “The faith in the squad is excellent.”
