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The under-pressure manager declared he was not afraid of dismissal, asserting, “We are extremely close to changing our fortunes,” despite moving dangerously close to being fired with a comprehensive loss to the Ibrox side.

A Second-Half Capitulation Leads to Old Firm Defeat

The Hoops were ahead the visitors at the interval but a second-half capitulation enabled Danny Röhl’s team to draw level on points with the current league title holders. The former MLS manager, who was brought in from Columbus Crew, has now presided over six defeats in eight games.

“The board and I are united at the club,” stated Nancy.

Asked directly about the speculation, he said: “That’s not my focus. I think about finding ways to get the team to excel on details.

Protest Outside Parkhead

The fans voiced their fury – directed at the dugout and directors – in their hundreds at Parkhead. The board would be most likely to return to the former boss, who steered the club during a caretaker period before Nancy was hired, if Nancy departs.

“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. So this is the reality for the moment. But by saying this is the reality, I am not saying that I am pessimistic. Not at all. The message is we are really close, really, really close to change the narrative.”

“Really, Really Close”

Nancy remains focused on the fact his team show good levels for a half at a time. Indeed, if not for missed chances they would have been better than 1-0 up. “I saw enough except the fact that we didn't take our chances,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but it's important to stay objective.

“The standard we had at certain moments was exceptionally high. That is a fact. I could not talk like that if it was untrue. Therefore, regarding outcomes, I noted we've seen this before. For that reason I believe we are nearly there to things turning around. Currently: small things.”

“We produced plenty of positives that we did, like today again. However comes down to consistency. My message would change if I didn't believe it. This is why I am convinced the team can to turn things around.”

Röhl’s Cautious Outlook

Rangers manager played down talk of a serious challenge despite what felt like a landmark win. “One match at a time, then we can really build up something here,” he said. “The belief in the group is excellent.”