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The under-pressure manager insisted he did not fear dismissal, asserting, “The team is really close to things turning around,” in the wake of edging perilously close to the chopping block with a heavy setback against their arch-rivals.

A Second-Half Capitulation Sees Old Firm Disaster

The Hoops were in front the visitors at half-time but a second-half capitulation enabled Danny Röhl’s team to pull level on points with the reigning league title holders. The French coach, who was appointed from Columbus Crew, has now been in charge for six setbacks in his last eight games.

“The board and I are united with the board,” stated the manager.

Questioned about whether he was concerned, he replied: “That’s not my focus. I concentrate on finding ways to get the team to be good on details.

Fan Fury Erupts

The fans made their feelings clear – towards the dugout and directors – in their hundreds at full time. The board are reportedly likely to bring back the interim manager, who steered the club during a interim spell before Nancy was hired, should a change be made.

“Wins and losses [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the situation for the moment. Yet by saying that’s how it is, it doesn’t mean that I am a defeatist guy. No. The message is we are on the cusp, extremely close to reverse our form.”

Nancy’s Persistent Belief

The coach remains focused on the fact Celtic can perform strongly for one half at a time. Indeed, but for wastefulness in front of goal they might have been greater than 1-0 up. “There were positives except the fact that we didn't take more goals,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but I have also to be balanced.

“The performance we had at times was exceptionally high. That happened. And I would not say that if it was different. That is the reason, regarding outcomes, I said we've seen this before. Which is why I believe a change is coming to things turning around. But for the moment: the fine margins.”

“We produced plenty of positives that we did, as was the case today. The issue now is sustaining it. My outlook would not be if I didn't believe it. That’s why I am a big believer the team can to turn things around.”

Röhl’s Cautious Response

The victorious boss played down talk of a serious challenge even after what felt like a landmark win. “We take it game by game, then we can develop a challenge,” he said. “The faith in the team is immense.”