Defiant Celtic's manager shows no fear of the sack however supporters unleash fury following loss.
The Celtic boss insisted he did not fear dismissal, asserting, “The team is very near to changing our fortunes,” even after edging perilously close to the chopping block with a convincing setback against Rangers.
Another Capitulation Leads to Derby Loss
Celtic had led their oldest rivals at the interval but a disastrous second period let Danny Röhl’s team to pull level on points with the defending Scottish Premiership champions. The French coach, who was hired from the MLS, has now presided over six losses in eight fixtures.
“We are together at the club,” said the manager.
Pressed on the speculation, he said: “That’s not my focus. I think about finding ways to aid my players to be good on the fine details.
Fan Fury Erupts
Hundreds of supporters displayed their anger – towards the hierarchy – in their hundreds at Parkhead. The board would be most likely to re-appoint the interim manager, who had a fruitful interim spell before Nancy was hired, if Nancy departs.
“It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. So this is the truth for the moment. However in stating this is the reality, I am not saying that I am a defeatist guy. Not at all. The message is the turnaround is near, really, really close to turn things around.”
“Really, Really Close”
He continues to cling to the fact his team show good levels for 45 minutes at a time. In fact, were it not for missed chances they might have been more than 1-0 up. “I saw enough aside from the fact that we didn't take a second goal,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I have also to be balanced.
“The level we had at stages was of top quality. This is the reality. I wouldn't say that if it was different. That is the reason, when it comes to wins, I noted this is the same story. For that reason I said that a change is coming to getting it right. Currently: the fine margins.”
“We produced plenty of positives that we did, once more. But now is performing for 90 minutes. My message would be different if I didn't believe it. This is why I am a big believer we’re going to be able to fix this.”
Röhl’s Cautious Stance
The victorious boss played down talk of a serious challenge despite what felt like a huge result. “Step by step, then we can develop momentum,” he said. “The confidence in the squad is excellent.”
