🔗 Share this article Unbowed Celtic's manager does not fear dismissal however supporters unleash fury following loss. The under-pressure manager declared he did not fear losing his job, asserting, “I believe we are really close to things turning around,” despite sliding worryingly close to the exit with a convincing setback against Rangers. A Second-Half Meltdown Sees Old Firm Loss The Hoops had led their oldest rivals at half-time but a collapse after the break enabled Rangers to draw level on points with the current Scottish Premiership champions. Nancy, who was hired in December, has now presided over six setbacks in his first eight matches. “The board and I are united with the board,” said Nancy. Pressed on the speculation, he said: “I don’t think about it. My focus is on working out methods to help my team to excel on details. Fan Fury Erupts Celtic’s support made their feelings clear – towards the board and manager – by protesting outside the stadium. The board would be most likely to return to the interim manager, who steered the club during a caretaker period last year, if the Frenchman were sacked. “Wins and losses [that leads to pressure]. So this is the truth for the moment. Yet in stating that’s how it is, that is not a sign that I am pessimistic. No. My point is we are really close, really, really close to change the narrative.” “Really, Really Close” The coach remains focused on the fact the side play well for 45 minutes at a time. Indeed, if not for missed chances they could have been better than 1-0 up. “I saw enough aside from the fact that we missed our chances,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but I must remain balanced. “The performance we had at certain moments was really, really, really high. That happened. I wouldn't talk like that if it was untrue. But that’s why, in terms of results, I noted this is the same story. Which is why I said that a change is coming to getting it right. Right now: the fine margins.” “There were many, many good things that we did, like today again. The issue now is performing for 90 minutes. My message would be different if it was not the case. This is why I am convinced we’re going to be able to turn things around.” Röhl’s Cautious Stance The victorious boss played down talk of a championship push in spite of what appeared to be a statement victory. “We take it game by game, so we can really build up a challenge,” he said. “The faith in the group is outstanding.”