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The under-pressure manager insisted he did not fear losing his job, claiming, “I believe we are really close to changing our fortunes,” despite moving dangerously close to the chopping block with a convincing loss to the Ibrox side.

Another Capitulation Results in Old Firm Defeat

The Hoops had led their oldest rivals at half-time but a collapse after the break let Danny Röhl’s team to move level on points with the reigning Scottish Premiership champions. The former MLS manager, who was hired from Columbus Crew, has now overseen six losses in his first eight matches.

“We are together at the club,” stated the manager.

Pressed on whether he was concerned, he replied: “I don’t think about it. I concentrate on finding ways to help my team to excel on the fine details.

Protest Outside Parkhead

The fans voiced their fury – towards the board and manager – by gathering at full time. The board are thought to be considering to re-appoint the interim manager, who steered the club during a temporary stint previously, if Nancy departs.

“Wins and losses [that leads to pressure]. So this is the situation for the moment. However by saying that’s how it is, that is not a sign that I am pessimistic. Absolutely not. My point is the turnaround is near, really, really close to change the narrative.”

“Really, Really Close”

He remains focused on the fact Celtic can perform strongly for one half at a time. Indeed, if not for wastefulness in front of goal they might have been greater than 1-0 up. “There were positives except the fact that we missed a second goal,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I must remain fair.

“The standard we had at stages was really, really, really high. That happened. I wouldn't talk like that if it was untrue. But that’s why, regarding outcomes, I noted it's a repeating pattern. For that reason I believe a change is coming to a shift in fortunes. Currently: small things.”

“There were a lot of encouraging signs that we did, like today again. However it’s about consistency. My narrative would be different if it was not the case. This is why I am a big believer we’re going to be able to turn things around.”

Opposition Reaction Response

Rangers manager played down talk of a championship push despite what appeared to be a landmark win. “We take it game by game, and we can develop a challenge,” he said. “The belief in the group is excellent.”