🔗 Share this article Unbowed Nancy shows no fear of the sack yet supporters unleash wrath following loss. Wilfried Nancy stated he did not fear dismissal, claiming, “The team is really close to changing our fortunes,” despite sliding worryingly close to being fired with a comprehensive loss to their arch-rivals. A Second-Half Meltdown Sees Derby Loss The Hoops were in front Rangers at the interval but a collapse after the break allowed Danny Röhl’s team to pull level on points with the defending league title holders. Nancy, who was hired in December, has now been in charge for six losses in eight matches. “The board and I are united at the club,” insisted Nancy. Pressed on whether he was concerned, Nancy responded: “That’s not my focus. My focus is on finding ways to help my team to excel on small moments. Supporters' Anger On Display The fans voiced their fury – directed at the hierarchy – by protesting at Parkhead. Club directors are reportedly likely to re-appoint Martin O’Neill, who steered the club during a temporary stint last year, should a change be made. “It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. That is the situation for the moment. However in stating this is the reality, it doesn’t mean that I am pessimistic. Not at all. My point is we are really close, really, really close to change the narrative.” Nancy’s Persistent Belief Nancy continues to cling to the fact Celtic show good levels for 45 minutes at a time. In fact, if not for poor finishing they might have been more 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 must remain objective. “The level we had at certain moments was really, really, really high. This is the reality. And I would not speak so positively if it was untrue. That is the reason, in terms of results, I noted we've seen this before. For that reason I said that we are nearly there to getting it right. Right now: the fine margins.” “There were many, many good things that we did, once more. However is performing for 90 minutes. My narrative would change if I didn't believe it. That’s why I firmly believe the team can to turn things around.” Röhl’s Cautious Stance The victorious boss refused to contemplate a championship push even after what felt like a statement victory. “One match at a time, then we can develop momentum,” he said. “The belief in the team is outstanding.”