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The under-pressure manager insisted he did not fear the sack, claiming, “The team is extremely close to a turnaround,” in the wake of moving dangerously close to the exit with a heavy defeat by the Ibrox side.

A Second-Half Meltdown Leads to Old Firm Loss

Celtic were ahead their oldest rivals at the interval but a disastrous second period allowed Rangers to draw level on points with the defending Scottish Premiership champions. Nancy, who was hired from the MLS, has now been in charge for six setbacks in his first eight fixtures.

“The board and I are united with the board,” insisted Nancy.

Pressed on whether he was concerned, the 48-year-old said: “It’s not on my mind. I think about finding ways to help my team to excel on the fine details.

Supporters' Anger Erupts

Hundreds of supporters made their feelings clear – aimed at the hierarchy – by protesting outside the stadium. The board are thought to be considering to bring back Martin O’Neill, who enjoyed a successful interim spell last year, if the Frenchman were sacked.

“It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. So this is the situation for the moment. Yet when I say that’s how it is, I am not saying that I am a defeatist guy. Not at all. What I mean we are really close, extremely close to reverse our form.”

Nancy’s Persistent Belief

He continues to cling to the fact his team play well for 45 minutes at a time. For instance, if not for poor finishing they could have been more than 1-0 up. “I saw enough except the fact that we missed our chances,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but I have also to be balanced.

“The standard we had at times was of top quality. That is a fact. And I would not talk like that if it was not the case. But that’s why, regarding outcomes, I said we've seen this before. For that reason I feel we are really close to things turning around. Currently: small things.”

“We produced many, many good things that we did, like today again. But now comes down to consistency. My narrative would not be if it was not the case. This is why I am a big believer we’re going to be able to get back on track.”

Opposition Reaction Response

Danny Röhl was cautious about a serious challenge even after what appeared to be a landmark win. “We take it game by game, so we can develop something here,” he said. “The faith in the group is excellent.”