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The under-pressure manager stated he had no concerns about losing his job, maintaining, “I believe we are extremely close to changing our fortunes,” in the wake of moving dangerously close to the exit with a comprehensive setback against the Ibrox side.

A Second-Half Collapse Sees Old Firm Loss

The Hoops were ahead the visitors at the interval but a disastrous second period allowed the Gers to pull level on points with the reigning league title holders. Nancy, who was hired in December, has now been in charge for six setbacks in eight fixtures.

“There is unity with the board,” said Nancy.

Asked directly about whether he was concerned, Nancy said: “I don’t think about it. I think about finding ways to help my team to be good on details.

Protest On Display

Celtic’s support displayed their anger – towards the board and manager – by gathering at Parkhead. The board are thought to be considering to return to the former boss, who enjoyed a successful interim spell last year, should a change be made.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the situation for the moment. But in stating that’s how it is, it doesn’t mean that I am giving up. Not at all. My point is the turnaround is near, extremely close to reverse our form.”

“Really, Really Close”

The coach remains focused on the fact Celtic show good levels for one half at a time. For instance, were it not for missed chances they might have been more than 1-0 up. “I saw enough except the fact that we didn't take our chances,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but it's important to stay objective.

“The level we had at stages was really, really, really high. This is the reality. I could not speak so positively if it was not the case. But that’s why, in terms of results, I said we've seen this before. Which is why I feel we are nearly there to a shift in fortunes. Currently: the fine margins.”

“We produced many, many good things that we did, as was the case today. The issue now comes down to performing for 90 minutes. My message would be different if it was not the case. That’s why I am convinced we will manage to fix this.”

Opposition Reaction Response

Danny Röhl played down talk of a title charge in spite of what seemed like a huge result. “One match at a time, and we can really build up momentum,” he said. “The belief in the group is excellent.”