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Wilfried Nancy insisted he did not fear losing his job, claiming, “The team is really close to a turnaround,” even after sliding worryingly close to the chopping block with a heavy setback against the Ibrox side.

A Second-Half Collapse Leads to Derby Disaster

The home side were ahead Rangers at the break but a disastrous second period allowed Danny Röhl’s team to pull level on points with the current Scottish Premiership champions. Nancy, who was brought in in December, has now overseen six defeats in eight games.

“We are together with the board,” said the manager.

Pressed on whether he was concerned, the 48-year-old replied: “That’s not my focus. I think about working out methods to help my team to be good on the fine details.

Protest Erupts

The fans made their feelings clear – towards the dugout and directors – by gathering outside the stadium. The hierarchy are reportedly likely to bring back Martin O’Neill, who had a fruitful temporary stint last year, should a change be made.

“It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. So this is the situation for the moment. However in stating that’s how it is, it doesn’t mean that I am pessimistic. Not at all. What I mean we are really close, really, really close to change the narrative.”

Focus on the Details

The coach continues to cling to the fact the side show good levels for one half at a time. Indeed, if not for missed chances they might have been more than 1-0 up. “I saw enough aside from the fact that we missed more goals,” he said. “I know that we lost, but I must remain fair.

“The performance we had at times was of top quality. This is the reality. I wouldn't talk like that if it was different. But that’s why, when it comes to wins, I noted it's a repeating pattern. That’s why I feel we are nearly there to getting it right. But for the moment: the fine margins.”

“I saw many, many good things that we did, like today again. However is sustaining it. My narrative would change if it was not the case. That’s why I firmly believe the team can to turn things around.”

Opposition Reaction Stance

The victorious boss played down talk of a championship push despite what appeared to be a huge result. “We take it game by game, so we can develop momentum,” he said. “The faith in the squad is immense.”