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The under-pressure manager insisted he did not fear the sack, asserting, “The team is extremely close to changing our fortunes,” despite moving dangerously close to being fired with a heavy setback against Rangers.

Another Meltdown Sees Old Firm Defeat

The Hoops were in front the visitors at half-time but a disastrous second period let the Gers to pull level on points with the defending league title holders. The former MLS manager, who was brought in in December, has now overseen six losses in his last eight matches.

“We are together at the club,” said Nancy.

Pressed on the speculation, Nancy responded: “That’s not my focus. I think about working out methods to get the team to be good on small moments.

Protest Outside Parkhead

Hundreds of supporters made their feelings clear – aimed at the hierarchy – by gathering at full time. Club directors would be most likely to return to Martin O’Neill, who had a fruitful temporary stint before Nancy was hired, if the Frenchman were sacked.

“Wins and losses [that leads to pressure]. That is the truth for the moment. But by saying that’s how it is, that is not a sign that I am giving up. Not at all. What I mean we are really close, really, really close to reverse our form.”

“Really, Really Close”

Nancy remains focused on the fact the side show good levels for one half at a time. For instance, but for missed chances they could have been better than 1-0 up. “I saw enough aside from the fact that we haven’t scored our chances,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I have also to be fair.

“The performance we had at certain moments was exceptionally high. That happened. And I would not talk like that if it was untrue. That is the reason, when it comes to wins, I noted this is the same story. Which is why I feel we are really close to things turning around. But for the moment: small things.”

“There were a lot of encouraging signs that we did, like today again. But now is sustaining it. My outlook would be different the same. Therefore I am a big believer we’re going to be able to get back on track.”

Röhl’s Cautious Outlook

The victorious boss refused to contemplate a title charge even after what felt like a landmark win. “We take it game by game, then we can develop momentum,” he said. “The faith in the group is outstanding.”