Bullish Nancy insists he is not worried about the sack however the Parkhead faithful show anger after defeat.
The Celtic boss stated he was not afraid of dismissal, asserting, “I believe we are really close to changing our fortunes,” in the wake of edging perilously close to being fired with a convincing setback against their arch-rivals.
A Second-Half Meltdown Sees Old Firm Defeat
The home side were in front the visitors at the interval but a collapse after the break let Rangers to move level on points with the current Scottish Premiership champions. The former MLS manager, who was hired from the MLS, has now been in charge for six setbacks in his first eight matches.
“The board and I are united at the club,” insisted Nancy.
Asked directly about whether he was concerned, he responded: “I don’t think about it. I think about finding ways to help my team to excel on details.
Protest On Display
The fans made their feelings clear – aimed at the hierarchy – in their hundreds at full time. The hierarchy are reportedly likely to bring back the former boss, who steered the club during a interim spell last year, should a change be made.
“It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the reality for the moment. Yet in stating that’s how it is, I am not saying that I am pessimistic. Not at all. My point is we are really close, imminently close to change the narrative.”
Nancy’s Persistent Belief
He continues to cling to the fact Celtic can perform strongly for one half at a time. In fact, were it not for missed chances they could have been more than 1-0 up. “There were positives aside from the fact that we didn't take more goals,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but I must remain fair.
“The standard we had at stages was really, really, really high. This is the reality. I wouldn't talk like that if it was untrue. Therefore, when it comes to wins, I said this is the same story. Which is why I feel a change is coming to getting it right. But for the moment: details, details, details.”
“I saw plenty of positives that we did, like today again. However it’s about sustaining it. My message would change if I didn't believe it. That’s why I am a big believer the team can to turn things around.”
Röhl’s Cautious Response
Danny Röhl played down talk of a championship push despite what felt like a huge result. “One match at a time, and we can really build up a challenge,” he said. “The faith in the team is outstanding.”
