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The under-pressure manager insisted he was not afraid of dismissal, maintaining, “The team is very near to things turning around,” despite sliding worryingly close to the exit with a heavy setback against their arch-rivals.

Another Capitulation Sees Old Firm Defeat

The Hoops were ahead the visitors at the interval but a collapse after the break let Rangers to move level on points with the current league title holders. The former MLS manager, who was brought in from Columbus Crew, has now overseen six losses in eight games.

“We are together with the board,” insisted Nancy.

Questioned about his own future, Nancy replied: “I don’t think about it. I think about working out methods to aid my players to improve on the fine details.

Supporters' Anger Outside Parkhead

The fans displayed their anger – directed at the hierarchy – by gathering at full time. The board are reportedly likely to return to the interim manager, who enjoyed a successful caretaker period last year, if Nancy departs.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the reality for the moment. Yet in stating that’s how it is, I am not saying that I am a defeatist guy. No. My point is we are really close, extremely close to turn things around.”

“Really, Really Close”

He highlights the fact Celtic can perform strongly for a half at a time. In fact, but for poor finishing they would have been more than 1-0 up. “There were positives other than the fact that we missed a second goal,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but I have also to be balanced.

“The standard we had at times was of top quality. That happened. I wouldn't speak so positively if it was different. That is the reason, regarding outcomes, I said this is the same story. For that reason I believe a change is coming to a shift in fortunes. Right now: small things.”

“There were plenty of positives that we did, as was the case today. The issue now is performing for 90 minutes. My narrative would not be if it was not the case. This is why I am a big believer the team can to turn things around.”

The Rangers Boss Outlook

Danny Röhl was cautious about a title charge in spite of what felt like a huge result. “We take it game by game, and we can gradually build momentum,” he said. “The confidence in the squad is excellent.”