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Wilfried Nancy insisted he did not fear losing his job, maintaining, “I believe we are extremely close to things turning around,” even after edging perilously close to being fired with a convincing setback against Rangers.

Another Collapse Sees Old Firm Disaster

Celtic were ahead their oldest rivals at the break but a second-half capitulation allowed the Gers to draw level on points with the current Scottish Premiership champions. The French coach, who was brought in in December, has now been in charge for six losses in eight games.

“We are together with the board,” insisted the manager.

Questioned about the speculation, he said: “It’s not on my mind. I think about working out methods to aid my players to improve on details.

Protest Outside Parkhead

Hundreds of supporters displayed their anger – directed at the dugout and directors – by protesting at full time. The board would be most likely to bring back Martin O’Neill, who had a fruitful temporary stint before Nancy was hired, should a change be made.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. So this is the situation for the moment. However when I say this is the reality, it doesn’t mean that I am pessimistic. Absolutely not. The message is the turnaround is near, imminently close to turn things around.”

Nancy’s Persistent Belief

Nancy highlights the fact Celtic play well for 45 minutes at a time. For instance, but for missed chances they would have been more than 1-0 up. “The performance had merit except the fact that we didn't take more goals,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I have also to be fair.

“The level we had at stages was of top quality. This is the reality. I wouldn't say that if it was not the case. That is the reason, when it comes to wins, I said it's a repeating pattern. For that reason I said that a change is coming to getting it right. But for the moment: details, details, details.”

“There were plenty of positives that we did, as was the case today. However is consistency. My message would not be if I didn't believe it. That’s why I am convinced we will manage to fix this.”

Opposition Reaction Outlook

The victorious boss played down talk of a title charge despite what appeared to be a huge result. “One match at a time, and we can gradually build something here,” he said. “The belief in the squad is outstanding.”