Unbowed Wilfried Nancy insists he is not worried about the sack however the Parkhead faithful unleash wrath following defeat.
Wilfried Nancy insisted he was not afraid of the sack, maintaining, “We are very near to changing our fortunes,” despite edging perilously close to the exit with a heavy defeat by their arch-rivals.
A Second-Half Capitulation Results in Derby Defeat
Celtic were ahead the visitors at the break but a second-half capitulation let Danny Röhl’s team to pull level on points with the reigning league title holders. Nancy, who was hired from the MLS, has now overseen six setbacks in his first eight matches.
“We are together with the board,” insisted Nancy.
Questioned about his own future, the 48-year-old responded: “That’s not my focus. I think about working out methods to help my team to excel on details.
Protest Erupts
Hundreds of supporters voiced their fury – aimed at the board and manager – by gathering at Parkhead. Club directors are thought to be considering to re-appoint the interim manager, who had a fruitful temporary stint before Nancy was hired, should a change be made.
“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the truth for the moment. Yet in stating this is the reality, I am not saying that I am giving up. No. My point is we are on the cusp, extremely close to turn things around.”
Nancy’s Persistent Belief
He continues to cling to the fact Celtic can perform strongly for one half at a time. For instance, but for poor finishing they might have been greater than 1-0 up. “I saw enough except the fact that we didn't take more goals,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but I must remain balanced.
“The standard we had at times was of top quality. That happened. I could not speak so positively if it was different. But that’s why, when it comes to wins, I said this is the same story. Which is why I believe we are really close to getting it right. Right now: the fine margins.”
“I saw a lot of encouraging signs that we did, once more. The issue now it’s about sustaining it. My outlook would be different the same. This is why I firmly believe we will manage to get back on track.”
Opposition Reaction Outlook
The victorious boss played down talk of a championship push in spite of what seemed like a landmark win. “Step by step, then we can develop a challenge,” he said. “The belief in the group is immense.”
