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Wilfried Nancy declared he had no concerns about the sack, maintaining, “We are really close to a turnaround,” despite moving dangerously close to being fired with a heavy defeat by Rangers.

Another Meltdown Leads to Derby Defeat

The Hoops were ahead Rangers at the interval but a second-half capitulation enabled Danny Röhl’s team to draw level on points with the current league title holders. The French coach, who was appointed in December, has now overseen six setbacks in his last eight fixtures.

“The board and I are united at the club,” stated Nancy.

Pressed on his own future, the 48-year-old responded: “I don’t think about it. I think about working out methods to aid my players to improve on the fine details.

Fan Fury Outside Parkhead

Hundreds of supporters voiced their fury – directed at the dugout and directors – by gathering outside the stadium. The board are reportedly likely to return to Martin O’Neill, who enjoyed a successful interim spell previously, if the Frenchman were sacked.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. That is the situation for the moment. Yet by saying that’s how it is, it doesn’t mean that I am giving up. No. What I mean we are really close, extremely close to turn things around.”

Focus on the Details

Nancy continues to cling to the fact his team show good levels for a half at a time. In fact, were it not for wastefulness in front of goal they could have been better than 1-0 up. “I saw enough other than the fact that we didn't take our chances,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but I have also to be fair.

“The level we had at stages was exceptionally high. That happened. And I would not talk like that if it was not the case. Therefore, when it comes to wins, I noted this is the same story. For that reason I said that a change is coming to things turning around. But for the moment: details, details, details.”

“I saw plenty of positives that we did, like today again. However comes down to performing for 90 minutes. My outlook would be different if I didn't believe it. This is why I firmly believe we will manage to fix this.”

Opposition Reaction Response

The victorious boss refused to contemplate a serious challenge in spite of what felt like a landmark win. “Step by step, so we can really build up momentum,” he said. “The confidence in the group is immense.”