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The under-pressure manager insisted he was not afraid of the sack, claiming, “The team is extremely close to things turning around,” despite moving dangerously close to the exit with a heavy loss to the Ibrox side.

A Second-Half Capitulation Results in Derby Loss

The Hoops were in front Rangers at the break but a disastrous second period let Danny Röhl’s team to move level on points with the current league title holders. The French coach, who was appointed in December, has now been in charge for six losses in his first eight matches.

“There is unity at the club,” insisted Nancy.

Questioned about whether he was concerned, Nancy responded: “It’s not on my mind. I think about working out methods to help my team to improve on small moments.

Protest Erupts

Hundreds of supporters made their feelings clear – aimed at the board and manager – by protesting outside the stadium. Club directors would be most likely to return to the former boss, who steered the club during a temporary stint before Nancy was hired, if the Frenchman were sacked.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. That is the situation for the moment. However by saying this is the reality, it doesn’t mean that I am pessimistic. Not at all. The message is we are really close, extremely close to change the narrative.”

Nancy’s Persistent Belief

The coach remains focused on the fact Celtic show good levels for a half at a time. For instance, if not for missed chances they could have been better than 1-0 up. “There were positives aside from the fact that we haven’t scored a second goal,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I must remain fair.

“The performance we had at times was exceptionally high. This is the reality. I could not say that if it was different. But that’s why, in terms of results, I said it's a repeating pattern. Which is why I feel we are nearly there to things turning around. But for the moment: small things.”

“We produced many, many good things that we did, as was the case today. However it’s about consistency. My message would be different if I didn't believe it. Therefore I am a big believer the team can to turn things around.”

The Rangers Boss Outlook

Danny Röhl played down talk of a serious challenge in spite of what felt like a landmark win. “We take it game by game, and we can really build up something here,” he said. “The confidence in the group is excellent.”