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The under-pressure manager declared he was not afraid of dismissal, maintaining, “I believe we are extremely close to a turnaround,” even after moving dangerously close to being fired with a comprehensive defeat by their arch-rivals.

A Second-Half Capitulation Results in Old Firm Disaster

The home side were in front the visitors at the interval but a disastrous second period allowed the Gers to pull level on points with the reigning league title holders. The former MLS manager, who was hired from the MLS, has now overseen six losses in his last eight fixtures.

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

Pressed on the speculation, the 48-year-old responded: “I don’t think about it. I concentrate on finding ways to get the team to excel on the fine details.

Fan Fury Outside Parkhead

Hundreds of supporters displayed their anger – towards the hierarchy – in their hundreds at Parkhead. Club directors are reportedly likely to return to the former boss, who had a fruitful temporary stint previously, should a change be made.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. So this is the situation for the moment. But in stating that’s how it is, that is not a sign that I am a defeatist guy. Absolutely not. My point is we are really close, imminently close to reverse our form.”

Focus on the Details

The coach remains focused on the fact Celtic show good levels for one half at a time. For instance, but for poor finishing they would 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 have also to be balanced.

“The performance we had at times was exceptionally high. This is the reality. And I would not speak so positively if it was different. Therefore, regarding outcomes, I said this is the same story. For that reason I said that we are nearly there to getting it right. But for the moment: small things.”

“We produced plenty of positives that we did, like today again. But now comes down to sustaining it. My outlook would not be if I didn't believe it. This is why I am convinced we’re going to be able to turn things around.”

Röhl’s Cautious Response

Rangers manager was cautious about a championship push in spite of what seemed like a huge result. “Step by step, so we can develop something here,” he said. “The confidence in the squad is immense.”