🔗 Share this article Bullish Wilfried Nancy does not fear dismissal but supporters unleash anger following loss. The under-pressure manager declared he was not afraid of dismissal, claiming, “We are extremely close to changing our fortunes,” despite edging perilously close to being fired with a convincing setback against Rangers. Another Collapse Leads to Derby Disaster The Hoops had led the visitors at half-time but a collapse after the break enabled Danny Röhl’s team to draw level on points with the defending Scottish Premiership champions. Nancy, who was appointed from Columbus Crew, has now overseen six setbacks in his last eight games. “There is unity with the board,” insisted the manager. Asked directly about the speculation, Nancy responded: “It’s not on my mind. I concentrate on working out methods to aid my players to improve on small moments. Supporters' Anger On Display Celtic’s support made their feelings clear – directed at the hierarchy – in their hundreds at Parkhead. Club directors would be most likely to return to the former boss, who enjoyed a successful caretaker period last year, should a change be made. “The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. That is the reality for the moment. However when I say this is the reality, it doesn’t mean that I am a defeatist guy. Not at all. My point is the turnaround is near, really, really close to change the narrative.” Nancy’s Persistent Belief He remains focused on the fact his team can perform strongly for 45 minutes at a time. In fact, if not for missed chances they would have been better than 1-0 up. “There were positives other than the fact that we missed a second goal,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but I have also to be balanced. “The standard we had at certain moments was really, really, really high. That is a fact. I wouldn't talk like that if it was untrue. That is the reason, regarding outcomes, I mentioned this is the same story. For that reason I believe a change is coming to things turning around. But for the moment: small things.” “There were many, many good things that we did, once more. However is sustaining it. My narrative would change if it was not the case. Therefore I am a big believer we will manage to fix this.” Röhl’s Cautious Outlook Danny Röhl played down talk of 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 belief in the group is excellent.”