🔗 Share this article Unbowed Nancy does not fear the sack but the Parkhead faithful show wrath after defeat. Wilfried Nancy stated he did not fear the sack, maintaining, “The team is really close to a turnaround,” in the wake of edging perilously close to the chopping block with a heavy defeat by Rangers. Another Capitulation Results in Derby Defeat The Hoops had led the visitors at half-time but a disastrous second period let Rangers to pull level on points with the defending Scottish Premiership champions. The French coach, who was hired from Columbus Crew, has now been in charge for six losses in his last eight fixtures. “The board and I are united at the club,” insisted Nancy. Asked directly about the speculation, he replied: “That’s not my focus. I concentrate on discovering solutions to help my team to be good on the fine details. Supporters' Anger Outside Parkhead Celtic’s support made their feelings clear – aimed at the dugout and directors – by protesting outside the stadium. The board are thought to be considering to bring back Martin O’Neill, who had a fruitful caretaker period before Nancy was hired, if the Frenchman were sacked. “Wins and losses [that leads to pressure]. So this is the situation for the moment. However by saying that’s how it is, it doesn’t mean that I am pessimistic. Absolutely not. The message is the turnaround is near, really, really close to reverse our form.” Nancy’s Persistent Belief He continues to cling to the fact the side can perform strongly for a half at a time. In fact, if not for poor finishing they would have been more than 1-0 up. “I saw enough other than the fact that we haven’t scored a second goal,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but it's important to stay objective. “The standard we had at stages was exceptionally high. That is a fact. I wouldn't talk like that if it was different. Therefore, when it comes to wins, I said this is the same story. That’s why I feel we are nearly there to a shift in fortunes. Currently: small things.” “There were a lot of encouraging signs that we did, once more. However comes down to sustaining it. My narrative would change if I didn't believe it. This is why I am convinced the team can to get back on track.” Opposition Reaction Stance Danny Röhl played down talk of a serious challenge in spite of what felt like a huge result. “One match at a time, so we can develop a challenge,” he said. “The belief in the team is outstanding.”