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The under-pressure manager stated he was not afraid of losing his job, asserting, “We are extremely close to things turning around,” in the wake of moving dangerously close to the exit with a comprehensive loss to their arch-rivals.

A Second-Half Meltdown Sees Old Firm Defeat

Celtic had led the visitors at half-time but a collapse after the break let Danny Röhl’s team to draw level on points with the current league title holders. Nancy, who was brought in from the MLS, has now overseen six defeats in his last eight games.

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

Pressed on the speculation, the 48-year-old said: “It’s not on my mind. My focus is on discovering solutions to help my team to improve on small moments.

Protest On Display

Hundreds of supporters voiced their fury – towards the board and manager – in their hundreds at Parkhead. The hierarchy are reportedly likely to return to the interim manager, who had a fruitful temporary stint last year, should a change be made.

“Wins and losses [that leads to pressure]. So this is the reality for the moment. Yet in stating that’s how it is, it doesn’t mean that I am a defeatist guy. Absolutely not. My point is we are on the cusp, extremely close to change the narrative.”

Focus on the Details

The coach highlights the fact his team play well for 45 minutes at a time. For instance, were it not for missed chances they might have been better than 1-0 up. “I saw enough other than the fact that we missed our chances,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but I must remain fair.

“The level we had at certain moments was of top quality. That happened. I could not speak so positively if it was different. But that’s why, in terms of results, I mentioned it's a repeating pattern. Which is why I said that we are really close to getting it right. Right now: details, details, details.”

“We produced a lot of encouraging signs that we did, as was the case today. However is sustaining it. My outlook would not be if it was not the case. That’s why I am convinced the team can to turn things around.”

Röhl’s Cautious Stance

Danny Röhl refused to contemplate a serious challenge in spite of what felt like a huge result. “One match at a time, and we can gradually build momentum,” he said. “The confidence in the squad is immense.”