🔗 Share this article Bullish Celtic's manager shows no fear of dismissal yet Celtic fans display fury following loss. Wilfried Nancy stated he did not fear dismissal, maintaining, “The team is extremely close to things turning around,” despite edging perilously close to the exit with a heavy setback against their arch-rivals. A Second-Half Capitulation Results in Derby Loss The home side were ahead their oldest rivals at the break but a second-half capitulation enabled Rangers to draw level on points with the reigning Scottish Premiership champions. The French coach, who was appointed from the MLS, has now been in charge for six setbacks in his first eight fixtures. “There is unity with the board,” stated the manager. Questioned about the speculation, the 48-year-old said: “I don’t think about it. I think about discovering solutions to get the team to be good on small moments. Protest Outside Parkhead Celtic’s support voiced their fury – aimed at the dugout and directors – in their hundreds at Parkhead. The hierarchy are thought to be considering to return to Martin O’Neill, who enjoyed a successful temporary stint before Nancy was hired, should a change be made. “It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. So this is the truth for the moment. Yet by saying that’s how it is, it doesn’t mean that I am pessimistic. Absolutely not. What I mean we are on the cusp, extremely close to reverse our form.” Nancy’s Persistent Belief The coach highlights the fact Celtic show good levels for a half at a time. Indeed, but for missed chances they might have been better than 1-0 up. “The performance had merit aside from the fact that we haven’t scored more goals,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but I have also to be fair. “The performance we had at times was exceptionally high. That happened. And I would not say that if it was untrue. Therefore, regarding outcomes, I mentioned this is the same story. That’s why I believe we are really close to getting it right. Right now: details, details, details.” “There were a lot of encouraging signs that we did, like today again. But now comes down to sustaining it. My message would change if it was not the case. Therefore I am convinced we will manage to turn things around.” Opposition Reaction Response The victorious boss was cautious about a title charge even after what felt like a landmark win. “Step by step, and we can develop something here,” he said. “The faith in the squad is immense.”