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The under-pressure manager stated he had no concerns about the sack, claiming, “The team is really close to changing our fortunes,” despite sliding worryingly close to being fired with a comprehensive setback against their arch-rivals.

Another Capitulation Results in Derby Disaster

The Hoops were ahead Rangers at half-time but a second-half capitulation enabled the Gers to pull level on points with the defending league title holders. Nancy, who was hired from Columbus Crew, has now presided over six losses in his last eight matches.

“There is unity with the board,” said Nancy.

Asked directly about whether he was concerned, Nancy responded: “I don’t think about it. I concentrate on discovering solutions to get the team to be good on small moments.

Protest Outside Parkhead

Celtic’s support made their feelings clear – towards the dugout and directors – by gathering at Parkhead. The hierarchy are reportedly likely to bring back the former boss, who had a fruitful interim spell before Nancy was hired, should a change be made.

“Wins and losses [that leads to pressure]. That is the situation for the moment. But by saying this is the reality, it doesn’t mean that I am a defeatist guy. Not at all. What I mean we are on the cusp, really, really close to reverse our form.”

Focus on the Details

Nancy remains focused on the fact his team show good levels for 45 minutes at a time. In fact, if not for poor finishing they might have been better than 1-0 up. “There were positives except the fact that we didn't take our chances,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I must remain balanced.

“The level we had at stages was of top quality. This is the reality. And I would not speak so positively if it was untrue. Therefore, in terms of results, I noted it's a repeating pattern. For that reason I said that we are nearly there to things turning around. Right now: details, details, details.”

“I saw many, many good things that we did, like today again. But now it’s about sustaining it. My outlook would change if it was not the case. Therefore I am a big believer we’re going to be able to get back on track.”

The Rangers Boss Response

Rangers manager refused to contemplate a championship push despite what seemed like a huge result. “We take it game by game, then we can really build up something here,” he said. “The confidence in the team is immense.”