Defiant Nancy does not fear the sack however the Parkhead faithful display anger after loss.
The Celtic boss stated he did not fear the sack, maintaining, “We are extremely close to a turnaround,” in the wake of edging perilously close to being fired with a comprehensive loss to their arch-rivals.
A Second-Half Meltdown Results in Old Firm Loss
The Hoops had led Rangers at the break but a disastrous second period enabled Rangers to pull level on points with the current league title holders. The former MLS manager, who was appointed from the MLS, has now presided over six setbacks in his first eight fixtures.
“We are together at the club,” said the manager.
Pressed on his own future, he replied: “It’s not on my mind. I think about working out methods to get the team to be good on details.
Supporters' Anger On Display
Hundreds of supporters voiced their fury – towards the hierarchy – by gathering at full time. Club directors are reportedly likely to bring back the former boss, who enjoyed a successful interim spell last year, if Nancy departs.
“It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. So this is the reality for the moment. Yet when I say that’s how it is, it doesn’t mean that I am a defeatist guy. No. My point is the turnaround is near, imminently close to reverse our form.”
Focus on the Details
Nancy continues to cling to the fact Celtic show good levels for one half at a time. Indeed, but for missed chances they might have been greater than 1-0 up. “I saw enough aside from the fact that we missed our chances,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but it's important to stay objective.
“The level we had at certain moments was really, really, really high. That is a fact. I could not say that if it was untrue. That is the reason, in terms of results, I noted we've seen this before. Which is why I believe we are nearly there to a shift in fortunes. But for the moment: details, details, details.”
“We produced many, many good things that we did, once more. The issue now comes down to consistency. My narrative would change if it was not the case. Therefore I am convinced we’re going to be able to fix this.”
The Rangers Boss Outlook
The victorious boss refused to contemplate a serious challenge despite what felt like a huge result. “We take it game by game, and we can develop something here,” he said. “The confidence in the team is immense.”
