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The under-pressure manager stated he had no concerns about the sack, maintaining, “I believe we are extremely close to a turnaround,” despite sliding worryingly close to the exit with a convincing defeat by the Ibrox side.

A Second-Half Capitulation Results in Derby Loss

The Hoops were in front Rangers at the interval but a collapse after the break let Danny Röhl’s team to draw level on points with the reigning Scottish Premiership champions. The former MLS manager, who was hired in December, has now overseen six losses in his last eight matches.

“We are together at the club,” said Nancy.

Questioned about whether he was concerned, the 48-year-old replied: “It’s not on my mind. I concentrate on working out methods to aid my players to improve on details.

Fan Fury Outside Parkhead

The fans made their feelings clear – directed at the board and manager – by protesting at Parkhead. The board are thought to be considering to bring back Martin O’Neill, who had a fruitful interim spell before Nancy was hired, if Nancy departs.

“The outcomes [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 pessimistic. Not at all. What I mean we are really close, really, really close to turn things around.”

“Really, Really Close”

He continues to cling to the fact his team play well for one half at a time. For instance, if not for wastefulness in front of goal they would have been better than 1-0 up. “I saw enough other than the fact that we missed a second goal,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I have also to be fair.

“The standard we had at stages was of top quality. That is a fact. And I would not talk like that if it was not the case. Therefore, when it comes to wins, I said we've seen this before. That’s why I said that we are nearly there to getting it right. But for the moment: the fine margins.”

“I saw a lot of encouraging signs that we did, as was the case today. But now it’s about sustaining it. My outlook would change if I didn't believe it. This is why I am a big believer the team can to get back on track.”

Opposition Reaction Response

The victorious boss refused to contemplate a serious challenge even after what seemed like a landmark win. “Step by step, so we can really build up a challenge,” he said. “The belief in the squad is immense.”