Bullish Nancy does not fear being fired however supporters display wrath after defeat.
The under-pressure manager declared he was not afraid of losing his job, asserting, “I believe we are very near to things turning around,” in the wake of edging perilously close to the chopping block with a comprehensive setback against Rangers.
A Second-Half Capitulation Results in Old Firm Disaster
The home side were in front the visitors at the interval but a collapse after the break let Rangers to draw level on points with the defending league title holders. The French coach, who was brought in in December, has now been in charge for six losses in eight fixtures.
“We are together with the board,” insisted Nancy.
Questioned about the speculation, Nancy said: “That’s not my focus. I think about discovering solutions to get the team to improve on small moments.
Supporters' Anger Erupts
Hundreds of supporters displayed their anger – aimed at the hierarchy – by protesting at full time. The hierarchy are thought to be considering to re-appoint the former boss, who had a fruitful interim spell before Nancy was hired, should a change be made.
“It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. And that’s the situation for the moment. Yet by saying that’s how it is, I am not saying that I am a defeatist guy. Absolutely not. My point is we are really close, really, really close to change the narrative.”
“Really, Really Close”
The coach continues to cling to the fact the side can perform strongly for one half at a time. For instance, but for poor finishing they might have been more than 1-0 up. “I saw enough aside from the fact that we didn't take more goals,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but it's important to stay fair.
“The level we had at stages was exceptionally high. That is a fact. I wouldn't talk like that if it was different. But that’s why, regarding outcomes, I said this is the same story. For that reason I said that a change is coming to a shift in fortunes. Right now: details, details, details.”
“We produced plenty of positives that we did, like today again. The issue now comes down to performing for 90 minutes. My message would not be the same. Therefore I firmly believe we’re going to be able to turn things around.”
Opposition Reaction Response
Rangers manager was cautious about a title charge in spite of what seemed like a landmark win. “We take it game by game, then we can really build up a challenge,” he said. “The confidence in the team is outstanding.”
