🔗 Share this article Unbowed Wilfried Nancy does not fear the sack however Celtic fans show wrath following derby defeat. The under-pressure manager insisted he did not fear dismissal, maintaining, “The team is really close to a turnaround,” in the wake of moving dangerously close to the chopping block with a heavy setback against their arch-rivals. A Second-Half Capitulation Leads to Old Firm Disaster Celtic were in front the visitors at the interval but a collapse after the break let the Gers to draw level on points with the defending Scottish Premiership champions. Nancy, who was hired from the MLS, has now presided over six defeats in eight matches. “There is unity with the board,” insisted Nancy. Pressed on the speculation, the 48-year-old replied: “That’s not my focus. My focus is on finding ways to get the team to be good on details. Supporters' Anger On Display The fans voiced their fury – 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 caretaker period previously, should a change be made. “It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. So this is the situation for the moment. Yet by saying that’s how it is, I am not saying that I am giving up. Not at all. My point is we are really close, imminently close to turn things around.” “Really, Really Close” Nancy remains focused on the fact Celtic play well for one half at a time. For instance, were it not for poor finishing they would have been greater than 1-0 up. “The performance had merit aside from the fact that we missed our chances,” he said. “I know that we lost, but it's important to stay balanced. “The level we had at times was of top quality. That happened. I wouldn't speak so positively if it was different. Therefore, regarding outcomes, I mentioned we've seen this before. Which is why I believe a change is coming to things turning around. Currently: the fine margins.” “We produced many, many good things that we did, as was the case today. The issue now comes down to performing for 90 minutes. My narrative would change if it was not the case. This is why I firmly believe the team can to fix this.” Opposition Reaction Outlook The victorious boss played down talk of a serious challenge despite what felt like a landmark win. “We take it game by game, so we can develop a challenge,” he said. “The belief in the team is immense.”