Bullish Celtic's manager insists he is not worried about the sack however supporters show wrath after derby defeat.
Wilfried Nancy stated he had no concerns about losing his job, maintaining, “I believe we are extremely close to things turning around,” even after edging perilously close to the exit with a heavy setback against the Ibrox side.
A Second-Half Capitulation Results in Derby Disaster
The home side were in front their oldest rivals at half-time but a second-half capitulation allowed Rangers to move level on points with the current league title holders. The former MLS manager, who was brought in in December, has now presided over six defeats in his last eight matches.
“The board and I are united at the club,” stated Nancy.
Asked directly about whether he was concerned, Nancy replied: “It’s not on my mind. I concentrate on finding ways to get the team to improve on details.
Supporters' Anger On Display
Celtic’s support voiced their fury – directed at the hierarchy – by gathering outside the stadium. Club directors are reportedly likely to re-appoint Martin O’Neill, who steered the club during a temporary stint last year, should a change be made.
“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. That is the reality for the moment. However by saying that’s how it is, it doesn’t mean that I am pessimistic. Absolutely not. What I mean we are really close, really, really close to reverse our form.”
“Really, Really Close”
He continues to cling to the fact his team show good levels for a half at a time. In fact, if not for missed chances they might have been more than 1-0 up. “There were positives other than the fact that we haven’t scored more goals,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but I have also to be fair.
“The level we had at stages was of top quality. That happened. And I would not talk like that if it was different. But that’s why, regarding outcomes, I said we've seen this before. That’s why I feel a change is coming to a shift in fortunes. But for the moment: the fine margins.”
“We produced a lot of encouraging signs that we did, like today again. But now comes down to sustaining it. My outlook would change the same. Therefore I firmly believe we will manage to get back on track.”
The Rangers Boss Stance
The victorious boss played down talk of a championship push despite what felt like a statement victory. “One match at a time, so we can really build up a challenge,” he said. “The faith in the team is immense.”
