🔗 Share this article Unbowed Celtic's manager insists he is not worried about dismissal but supporters unleash fury after derby defeat. The under-pressure manager declared he did not fear the sack, maintaining, “We are really close to changing our fortunes,” despite sliding worryingly close to the chopping block with a comprehensive loss to their arch-rivals. Another Capitulation Leads to Old Firm Defeat Celtic had led the visitors at half-time but a collapse after the break let Rangers to pull level on points with the current league title holders. The French coach, who was hired from the MLS, has now presided over six setbacks in his first eight fixtures. “The board and I are united at the club,” insisted Nancy. Asked directly about whether he was concerned, Nancy replied: “I don’t think about it. I think about discovering solutions to get the team to excel on details. Protest Erupts The fans displayed their anger – towards the hierarchy – in their hundreds at Parkhead. Club directors would be most likely to return to the interim manager, 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 truth for the moment. However in stating that’s how it is, that is not a sign that I am pessimistic. No. The message is the turnaround is near, extremely close to change the narrative.” “Really, Really Close” The coach continues to cling to the fact his team can perform strongly for one half at a time. For instance, were it not for wastefulness in front of goal they would have been more than 1-0 up. “There were positives except the fact that we didn't take a second goal,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but it's important to stay fair. “The standard we had at certain moments was of top quality. That happened. I wouldn't say that if it was untrue. But that’s why, when it comes to wins, I noted it's a repeating pattern. That’s why 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, as was the case today. The issue now comes down to consistency. My outlook would change the same. Therefore I firmly believe we’re going to be able to turn things around.” Röhl’s Cautious Stance The victorious boss was cautious about a serious challenge in spite of what seemed like a huge result. “Step by step, and we can really build up a challenge,” he said. “The confidence in the team is outstanding.”