Defiant Nancy shows no fear of being fired but Celtic fans show anger after loss.
The under-pressure manager insisted he was not afraid of the sack, asserting, “I believe we are extremely close to a turnaround,” in the wake of edging perilously close to the chopping block with a heavy defeat by their arch-rivals.
A Second-Half Capitulation Results in Derby Defeat
The home side were in front the visitors at the break but a disastrous second period let the Gers to pull level on points with the current league title holders. The French coach, who was brought in from Columbus Crew, has now been in charge for six setbacks in his last eight games.
“There is unity at the club,” insisted Nancy.
Questioned about the speculation, the 48-year-old said: “I don’t think about it. I think about discovering solutions to get the team to excel on small moments.
Fan Fury On Display
The fans made their feelings clear – aimed at the dugout and directors – in their hundreds at full time. Club directors are thought to be considering to return to the interim manager, who enjoyed a successful temporary stint before Nancy was hired, if the Frenchman were sacked.
“It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. So this is the reality for the moment. Yet when I say this is the reality, that is not a sign that I am pessimistic. Absolutely not. My point is we are on the cusp, extremely close to turn things around.”
Focus on the Details
The coach continues to cling to the fact his team play well for one half at a time. In fact, but for wastefulness in front of goal they would have been better than 1-0 up. “There were positives except the fact that we missed our chances,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I must remain objective.
“The performance we had at times was exceptionally high. That happened. And I would not speak so positively if it was different. But that’s why, when it comes to wins, I said this is the same story. For that reason I feel a change is coming to a shift in fortunes. But for the moment: details, details, details.”
“We produced plenty of positives that we did, like today again. But now is sustaining it. My narrative would not be if I didn't believe it. That’s why I firmly believe the team can to turn things around.”
Opposition Reaction Stance
Rangers manager refused to contemplate a serious challenge despite what felt like a landmark win. “We take it game by game, and we can gradually build a challenge,” he said. “The confidence in the team is immense.”