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The under-pressure manager stated he did not fear dismissal, asserting, “The team is extremely close to a turnaround,” even after edging perilously close to being fired with a heavy setback against the Ibrox side.

A Second-Half Collapse Leads to Old Firm Disaster

The home side were in front the visitors at the interval but a second-half capitulation enabled Danny Röhl’s team to move level on points with the defending league title holders. Nancy, who was appointed in December, has now overseen six defeats in his first eight fixtures.

“There is unity with the board,” said Nancy.

Pressed on the speculation, the 48-year-old said: “That’s not my focus. I think about finding ways to aid my players to excel on small moments.

Supporters' Anger Erupts

Celtic’s support voiced their fury – aimed at the board and manager – by protesting at full time. The hierarchy would be most likely to return to Martin O’Neill, who enjoyed a successful interim spell last year, should a change be made.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. So this is the reality for the moment. But by saying this is the reality, it doesn’t mean that I am giving up. Not at all. My point is we are on the cusp, imminently close to reverse our form.”

Nancy’s Persistent Belief

He continues to cling to the fact his team play well for a half at a time. In fact, if not for poor finishing they might have been better than 1-0 up. “I saw enough other than the fact that we haven’t scored a second goal,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but I have also to be objective.

“The performance we had at stages was of top quality. That happened. I wouldn't say that if it was not the case. Therefore, regarding outcomes, I noted we've seen this before. That’s why I said that we are nearly there to a shift in fortunes. Right now: small things.”

“There were a lot of encouraging signs that we did, once more. However comes down to consistency. My narrative would not be if I didn't believe it. This is why I am convinced we will manage to fix this.”

Opposition Reaction Response

Danny Röhl played down talk of a title charge despite what appeared to be a landmark win. “One match at a time, and we can develop momentum,” he said. “The confidence in the group is immense.”