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Wilfried Nancy stated he was not afraid of dismissal, asserting, “I believe we are very near to changing our fortunes,” even after moving dangerously close to being fired with a heavy setback against Rangers.

Another Meltdown Sees Old Firm Disaster

The Hoops were in front the visitors at the break but a second-half capitulation let the Gers to draw level on points with the current league title holders. The former MLS manager, who was appointed from the MLS, has now overseen six losses in his first eight fixtures.

“There is unity with the board,” insisted Nancy.

Pressed on his own future, Nancy said: “I don’t think about it. I concentrate on working out methods to aid my players to excel on small moments.

Protest Outside Parkhead

The fans voiced their fury – aimed at the hierarchy – by protesting at Parkhead. Club directors are reportedly likely to return to the interim manager, who enjoyed a successful temporary stint before Nancy was hired, if Nancy departs.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the truth for the moment. But when I say this is the reality, I am not saying that I am a defeatist guy. Not at all. The message is we are on the cusp, really, really close to turn things around.”

Focus on the Details

Nancy remains focused on the fact his team show good levels for one half at a time. Indeed, but for missed chances they might have been more than 1-0 up. “The performance had merit other than the fact that we didn't take more goals,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but I have also to be balanced.

“The standard we had at times was exceptionally high. This is the reality. And I would not say that if it was untrue. Therefore, regarding outcomes, I said it's a repeating pattern. That’s why I believe we are nearly there to things turning around. Right now: the fine margins.”

“I saw a lot of encouraging signs that we did, like today again. However it’s about consistency. My narrative would not be if it was not the case. This is why I am convinced we will manage to turn things around.”

Röhl’s Cautious Response

Danny Röhl was cautious about a serious challenge in spite of what felt like a huge result. “One match at a time, and we can develop a challenge,” he said. “The faith in the group is outstanding.”