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The Celtic boss insisted he had no concerns about dismissal, claiming, “The team is extremely close to changing our fortunes,” despite moving dangerously close to the exit with a heavy loss to their arch-rivals.

A Second-Half Collapse Sees Derby Loss

The home side had led Rangers at the interval but a second-half capitulation allowed Rangers to draw level on points with the reigning league title holders. The former MLS manager, who was hired from the MLS, has now overseen six losses in his last eight matches.

“We are together at the club,” stated the manager.

Pressed on his own future, Nancy said: “That’s not my focus. I concentrate on discovering solutions to help my team to excel on details.

Protest On Display

Celtic’s support voiced their fury – aimed at the hierarchy – in their hundreds at full time. Club directors would be most likely to bring back the interim manager, who had a fruitful caretaker period before Nancy was hired, should a change be made.

“It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the reality for the moment. However by saying that’s how it is, I am not saying that I am giving up. Not at all. My point is the turnaround is near, extremely close to reverse our form.”

Focus on the Details

He highlights the fact the side play well for one half at a time. Indeed, but for missed chances they would have been greater than 1-0 up. “The performance had merit other than the fact that we haven’t scored a second goal,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but I must remain objective.

“The performance we had at times was exceptionally high. That happened. And I would not talk like that if it was untrue. That is the reason, in terms of results, I mentioned it's a repeating pattern. That’s why I feel we are nearly there to a shift in fortunes. Currently: details, details, details.”

“We produced plenty of positives that we did, as was the case today. However is performing for 90 minutes. My message would change if I didn't believe it. That’s why I am convinced we will manage to turn things around.”

The Rangers Boss Response

Rangers manager refused to contemplate a championship push despite what felt like a statement victory. “We take it game by game, so we can really build up momentum,” he said. “The belief in the team is immense.”