Bullish Nancy insists he is not worried about dismissal yet supporters display anger following defeat.
The under-pressure manager declared he had no concerns about losing his job, asserting, “The team is really close to changing our fortunes,” in the wake of edging perilously close to the exit with a convincing defeat by Rangers.
Another Meltdown Results in Derby Disaster
The Hoops were in front Rangers at the interval but a disastrous second period let Rangers to move level on points with the defending league title holders. The French coach, who was hired from the MLS, has now overseen six defeats in eight games.
“We are together with the board,” insisted Nancy.
Asked directly about the speculation, he said: “I don’t think about it. I concentrate on finding ways to aid my players to improve on small moments.
Protest Erupts
The fans displayed their anger – aimed at the board and manager – by protesting at Parkhead. The board are thought to be considering to re-appoint the former boss, who enjoyed a successful interim spell previously, if the Frenchman were sacked.
“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. So this is the truth for the moment. However when I say this is the reality, that is not a sign that I am a defeatist guy. Not at all. My point is we are really close, extremely close to turn things around.”
“Really, Really Close”
The coach continues to cling to the fact his team can perform strongly for one half at a time. In fact, if not for missed chances they would have been greater than 1-0 up. “I saw enough except the fact that we haven’t scored our chances,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but I have also to be objective.
“The level we had at certain moments was really, really, really high. This is the reality. And I would not say that if it was not the case. But that’s why, regarding outcomes, I noted we've seen this before. For that reason I feel we are nearly there to things turning around. Currently: small things.”
“I saw many, many good things that we did, once more. However comes down to sustaining it. My narrative would be different if it was not the case. Therefore I firmly believe the team can to fix this.”
Opposition Reaction Stance
Rangers manager played down talk of a championship push in spite of what felt like a landmark win. “One match at a time, then we can really build up a challenge,” he said. “The faith in the team is outstanding.”
