🔗 Share this article Bullish Celtic's manager does not fear dismissal but the Parkhead faithful unleash wrath following loss. Wilfried Nancy declared he was not afraid of the sack, claiming, “We are really close to changing our fortunes,” in the wake of edging perilously close to the chopping block with a heavy setback against their arch-rivals. A Second-Half Capitulation Leads to Derby Loss Celtic were ahead the visitors at the break but a second-half capitulation let Rangers to draw level on points with the reigning league title holders. The French coach, who was hired in December, has now overseen six defeats in his last eight matches. “There is unity at the club,” stated Nancy. Pressed on whether he was concerned, Nancy responded: “I don’t think about it. My focus is on finding ways to aid my players to be good on small moments. Protest On Display The fans made their feelings clear – aimed at the dugout and directors – by gathering at full time. The board would be most likely to bring back Martin O’Neill, who enjoyed a successful caretaker period before Nancy was hired, if Nancy departs. “Wins and losses [that leads to pressure]. That is the truth for the moment. Yet when I say this is the reality, I am not saying that I am a defeatist guy. Absolutely not. The message is we are really close, really, really close to turn things around.” Focus on the Details Nancy continues to cling to the fact the side play well for a half at a time. In fact, were it not for missed chances they would have been greater than 1-0 up. “There were positives aside from the fact that we haven’t scored our chances,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I must remain balanced. “The standard we had at stages was exceptionally high. That happened. I wouldn't speak so positively if it was not the case. That is the reason, when it comes to wins, I said this is the same story. That’s why I said that a change is coming to things turning around. Currently: small things.” “I saw many, many good things that we did, like today again. The issue now it’s about consistency. My narrative would be different if I didn't believe it. That’s why I am convinced we’re going to be able to turn things around.” Opposition Reaction Stance Rangers manager was cautious about a championship push even after what felt like a huge result. “One match at a time, so we can really build up something here,” he said. “The faith in the team is excellent.”