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The under-pressure manager stated he had no concerns about losing his job, asserting, “I believe we are very near to changing our fortunes,” despite sliding worryingly close to the chopping block with a convincing loss to their arch-rivals.

Another Capitulation Results in Derby Disaster

Celtic were in front Rangers at the interval but a disastrous second period enabled Danny Röhl’s team to draw level on points with the reigning Scottish Premiership champions. Nancy, who was brought in from Columbus Crew, has now presided over six losses in his last eight games.

“We are together at the club,” insisted the manager.

Asked directly about his own future, he said: “That’s not my focus. My focus is on finding ways to help my team to be good on details.

Supporters' Anger Outside Parkhead

Celtic’s support voiced their fury – aimed at the hierarchy – in their hundreds at full time. Club directors are thought to be considering to return to Martin O’Neill, who steered the club during a temporary stint previously, should a change be made.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. So this is the reality for the moment. Yet by saying this is the reality, it doesn’t mean that I am giving up. No. What I mean we are on the cusp, extremely close to turn things around.”

“Really, Really Close”

He highlights the fact the side can perform strongly for one half at a time. Indeed, if not for poor finishing they would have been greater than 1-0 up. “There were positives aside from the fact that we missed our chances,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but it's important to stay objective.

“The level we had at certain moments was of top quality. This is the reality. I could not say that if it was untrue. Therefore, regarding outcomes, I said this is the same story. For that reason I said that we are really close to getting it right. Right now: small things.”

“We produced a lot of encouraging signs that we did, as was the case today. But now it’s about performing for 90 minutes. My message would not be if it was not the case. Therefore I firmly believe we’re going to be able to fix this.”

Röhl’s Cautious Response

Rangers manager was cautious about a serious challenge in spite of what seemed like a huge result. “We take it game by game, then we can gradually build momentum,” he said. “The confidence in the group is outstanding.”