🔗 Share this article Defiant Wilfried Nancy does not fear dismissal but supporters display anger after derby defeat. The under-pressure manager stated he was not afraid of dismissal, maintaining, “We are really close to changing our fortunes,” despite moving dangerously close to being fired with a comprehensive setback against Rangers. Another Meltdown Leads to Derby Disaster The Hoops were ahead their oldest rivals at half-time but a second-half capitulation allowed Rangers to pull level on points with the current Scottish Premiership champions. The former MLS manager, who was appointed from Columbus Crew, has now been in charge for six losses in his first eight fixtures. “There is unity with the board,” stated Nancy. Questioned about whether he was concerned, Nancy replied: “That’s not my focus. My focus is on working out methods to get the team to be good on small moments. Supporters' Anger Outside Parkhead Celtic’s support voiced their fury – aimed at the board and manager – by gathering at Parkhead. The board are reportedly likely to return to Martin O’Neill, who steered the club during a caretaker period last year, if the Frenchman were sacked. “Wins and losses [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the reality for the moment. But when I say this is the reality, that is not a sign that I am pessimistic. No. The message is we are on the cusp, imminently close to turn things around.” Focus on the Details Nancy continues to cling to the fact his team can perform strongly for 45 minutes at a time. For instance, but for wastefulness in front of goal they would have been greater than 1-0 up. “There were positives except the fact that we didn't take our chances,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but it's important to stay balanced. “The level we had at times was exceptionally high. That is a fact. And I would not speak so positively if it was not the case. But that’s why, in terms of results, I mentioned it's a repeating pattern. That’s why I believe we are really close to things turning around. But for the moment: the fine margins.” “I saw plenty of positives that we did, once more. However it’s about sustaining it. My outlook would not be the same. Therefore I am convinced we will manage to turn things around.” Röhl’s Cautious Stance The victorious boss played down talk of a championship push even after what seemed like a huge result. “One match at a time, so we can develop something here,” he said. “The confidence in the squad is immense.”