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The under-pressure manager declared he was not afraid of losing his job, maintaining, “I believe we are very near to things turning around,” even after moving dangerously close to being fired with a heavy defeat by the Ibrox side.

A Second-Half Capitulation Leads to Derby Disaster

Celtic were ahead their oldest rivals at the interval but a collapse after the break enabled the Gers to draw level on points with the defending league title holders. Nancy, who was hired in December, has now presided over six setbacks in eight games.

“The board and I are united with the board,” stated the manager.

Questioned about whether he was concerned, he replied: “It’s not on my mind. I think about working out methods to aid my players to be good on small moments.

Fan Fury Erupts

The fans voiced their fury – directed at the hierarchy – by gathering outside the stadium. The hierarchy are reportedly likely to bring back Martin O’Neill, who steered the club during a caretaker period last year, if Nancy departs.

“It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the situation for the moment. However in stating this is the reality, I am not saying that I am pessimistic. No. What I mean we are on the cusp, really, really close to change the narrative.”

Nancy’s Persistent Belief

The coach highlights the fact Celtic play well for one half at a time. For instance, if not for missed chances they might have been more than 1-0 up. “There were positives except the fact that we haven’t scored a second goal,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I have also to be objective.

“The level we had at stages was exceptionally high. That is a fact. And I would not say that if it was untrue. That is the reason, regarding outcomes, I said it's a repeating pattern. For that reason I said that we are really close to getting it right. Right now: small things.”

“We produced a lot of encouraging signs that we did, like today again. But now comes down to performing for 90 minutes. My narrative would not be if it was not the case. Therefore I am a big believer we will manage to turn things around.”

Röhl’s Cautious Outlook

Danny Röhl refused to contemplate a serious challenge even after what appeared to be a huge result. “Step by step, so we can really build up a challenge,” he said. “The confidence in the group is excellent.”