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The Celtic boss insisted he was not afraid of losing his job, asserting, “The team is really close to changing our fortunes,” even after sliding worryingly close to being fired with a convincing setback against the Ibrox side.

A Second-Half Meltdown Results in Derby Defeat

The home side had led their oldest rivals at the break but a collapse after the break let Danny Röhl’s team to pull level on points with the current league title holders. The French coach, who was hired in December, has now presided over six defeats in his last eight games.

“We are together with the board,” insisted Nancy.

Questioned about his own future, the 48-year-old responded: “I don’t think about it. I think about discovering solutions to help my team to improve on details.

Protest Outside Parkhead

Hundreds of supporters displayed their anger – towards the hierarchy – by gathering at full time. The hierarchy are thought to be considering to return to Martin O’Neill, who enjoyed a successful interim spell last year, if Nancy departs.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. That is the truth for the moment. But by saying that’s how it is, that is not a sign that I am a defeatist guy. Absolutely not. What I mean we are really close, imminently close to change the narrative.”

“Really, Really Close”

The coach highlights the fact the side can perform strongly for a half at a time. Indeed, if not for wastefulness in front of goal they might have been more than 1-0 up. “There were positives except the fact that we missed more goals,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but I have also to be balanced.

“The level we had at times was exceptionally high. This is the reality. I wouldn't say that if it was different. But that’s why, when it comes to wins, I noted it's a repeating pattern. For that reason I said that we are really close to getting it right. Right now: details, details, details.”

“There were plenty of positives that we did, like today again. However comes down to performing for 90 minutes. My outlook would be different if I didn't believe it. This is why I firmly believe we’re going to be able to fix this.”

Opposition Reaction Outlook

The victorious boss played down talk of a serious challenge even after what seemed like a statement victory. “One match at a time, and we can develop a challenge,” he said. “The belief in the team is outstanding.”