🔗 Share this article Defiant Wilfried Nancy shows no fear of dismissal yet the Parkhead faithful show fury after defeat. The under-pressure manager declared he was not afraid of dismissal, maintaining, “The team is very near to things turning around,” in the wake of sliding worryingly close to the exit with a heavy defeat by their arch-rivals. Another Capitulation Sees Old Firm Disaster The home side were in front their oldest rivals at half-time but a collapse after the break let Danny Röhl’s team to move level on points with the current league title holders. The French coach, who was appointed from Columbus Crew, has now overseen six losses in his last eight fixtures. “There is unity with the board,” insisted the manager. Pressed on his own future, Nancy replied: “I don’t think about it. My focus is on discovering solutions to help my team to be good on small moments. Supporters' Anger Outside Parkhead The fans made their feelings clear – aimed at the dugout and directors – in their hundreds at full time. The hierarchy are thought to be considering to re-appoint Martin O’Neill, who had a fruitful temporary stint last year, if Nancy departs. “It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. That is the situation for the moment. However when I say this is the reality, it doesn’t mean that I am a defeatist guy. Absolutely not. My point is we are really close, really, really close to change the narrative.” “Really, Really Close” Nancy remains focused on the fact Celtic show good levels for a half at a time. In fact, but for wastefulness in front of goal they could have been more than 1-0 up. “There were positives aside from the fact that we haven’t scored more goals,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but it's important to stay objective. “The standard we had at certain moments was exceptionally high. This is the reality. I could not say that if it was different. That is the reason, regarding outcomes, I noted we've seen this before. Which is why I said that a change is coming to things turning around. Currently: details, details, details.” “We produced plenty of positives that we did, once more. However comes down to sustaining it. My narrative would be different if I didn't believe it. This is why I am convinced we’re going to be able to fix this.” The Rangers Boss Outlook Danny Röhl refused to contemplate a championship push in spite of what appeared to be a statement victory. “We take it game by game, then we can develop a challenge,” he said. “The belief in the squad is outstanding.”