Defiant Wilfried Nancy does not fear being fired yet supporters display wrath following derby defeat.
Wilfried Nancy stated he had no concerns about dismissal, claiming, “I believe we are very near to a turnaround,” despite moving dangerously close to being fired with a heavy loss to Rangers.
Another Meltdown Sees Old Firm Disaster
The home side had led their oldest rivals at the break but a disastrous second period let the Gers to draw level on points with the current league title holders. The former MLS manager, who was appointed from the MLS, has now been in charge for six setbacks in his last eight games.
“We are together with the board,” stated the manager.
Pressed on the speculation, he replied: “It’s not on my mind. I think about discovering solutions to get the team to be good on the fine details.
Protest Outside Parkhead
The fans voiced their fury – directed at the hierarchy – in their hundreds at Parkhead. Club directors would be most likely to return to the interim manager, who enjoyed a successful interim spell last year, if the Frenchman were sacked.
“The outcomes [that leads to pressure]. That is the truth for the moment. But in stating this is the reality, that is not a sign that I am a defeatist guy. Not at all. What I mean we are really close, imminently close to change the narrative.”
Focus on the Details
Nancy highlights the fact his team show good levels for one half at a time. For instance, if not for missed chances they could have been greater than 1-0 up. “There were positives other than the fact that we missed a second goal,” he said. “I acknowledge that we lost, but I have also to be objective.
“The performance we had at stages was exceptionally high. This is the reality. And I would not speak so positively if it was untrue. But that’s why, regarding outcomes, I noted we've seen this before. For that reason I feel we are really close to things turning around. Right now: details, details, details.”
“We produced many, many good things that we did, like today again. But now it’s about consistency. My narrative would be different if it was not the case. That’s why I am convinced the team can to turn things around.”
Opposition Reaction Response
Rangers manager was cautious about a title charge in spite of what appeared to be a statement victory. “One match at a time, so we can really build up momentum,” he said. “The faith in the team is outstanding.”