🔗 Share this article Unbowed Wilfried Nancy shows no fear of dismissal but supporters show anger following defeat. The Celtic boss declared he had no concerns about dismissal, asserting, “I believe we are very near to changing our fortunes,” even after moving dangerously close to being fired with a heavy defeat by their arch-rivals. A Second-Half Capitulation Sees Derby Disaster The home side were ahead the visitors at half-time but a disastrous second period enabled Rangers to pull level on points with the reigning Scottish Premiership champions. The former MLS manager, who was brought in from Columbus Crew, has now presided over six setbacks in his first eight games. “The board and I are united at the club,” insisted Nancy. Questioned about the speculation, the 48-year-old responded: “I don’t think about it. I think about discovering solutions to help my team to excel on small moments. Supporters' Anger On Display The fans displayed their anger – directed at the dugout and directors – by gathering outside the stadium. Club directors would be most likely to bring back the interim manager, who steered the club during a temporary stint before Nancy was hired, should a change be made. “Wins and losses [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the situation for the moment. But when I say 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, really, really close to turn things around.” “Really, Really Close” The coach highlights the fact Celtic can perform strongly for 45 minutes at a time. In fact, were it not for missed chances they would have been greater than 1-0 up. “I saw enough aside from the fact that we didn't take more goals,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but I must remain balanced. “The standard we had at certain moments was of top quality. This is the reality. I could not speak so positively if it was different. That is the reason, when it comes to wins, I said we've seen this before. For that reason I said that a change is coming to things turning around. Right now: small things.” “We produced many, many good things that we did, like today again. But now it’s about performing for 90 minutes. My outlook would not be the same. Therefore I am convinced the team can to get back on track.” The Rangers Boss Outlook The victorious boss was cautious about a title charge in spite of what seemed like a landmark win. “One match at a time, so we can really build up a challenge,” he said. “The confidence in the group is outstanding.”