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The under-pressure manager insisted he did not fear dismissal, asserting, “We are very near to things turning around,” despite moving dangerously close to the exit with a heavy loss to Rangers.

A Second-Half Collapse Sees Derby Disaster

The Hoops were in front their oldest rivals at the interval but a collapse after the break let Rangers to draw level on points with the current Scottish Premiership champions. The former MLS manager, who was hired from the MLS, has now presided over six setbacks in his last eight matches.

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

Questioned about his own future, he said: “I don’t think about it. My focus is on finding ways to aid my players to be good on small moments.

Supporters' Anger Erupts

Celtic’s support voiced their fury – aimed at the hierarchy – by protesting at full time. Club directors are thought to be considering to re-appoint Martin O’Neill, who steered the club during a temporary stint previously, if the Frenchman were sacked.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. So this is the truth for the moment. But when I say this is the reality, I am not saying that I am pessimistic. Not at all. My point is we are really close, imminently close to turn things around.”

“Really, Really Close”

Nancy remains focused on the fact the side play well for 45 minutes at a time. In fact, but for missed chances they might have been better than 1-0 up. “I saw enough aside from the fact that we didn't take a second goal,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but I have also to be fair.

“The standard we had at stages was really, really, really high. That happened. I wouldn't speak so positively if it was not the case. Therefore, in terms of results, I mentioned this is the same story. Which is why I feel a change is coming to things turning around. But for the moment: details, details, details.”

“We produced a lot of encouraging signs that we did, like today again. However is consistency. My outlook would be different the same. This is why I am convinced the team can to turn things around.”

Röhl’s Cautious Outlook

Danny Röhl refused to contemplate a serious challenge despite what seemed like a huge result. “One match at a time, then we can really build up momentum,” he said. “The confidence in the team is outstanding.”