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The under-pressure manager stated he was not afraid of the sack, maintaining, “I believe we are really close to changing our fortunes,” even after sliding worryingly close to the chopping block with a heavy setback against their arch-rivals.

A Second-Half Capitulation Sees Old Firm Loss

The home side were in front Rangers at half-time but a collapse after the break let Rangers to pull level on points with the reigning league title holders. The French coach, who was brought in from Columbus Crew, has now been in charge for six defeats in his last eight games.

“The board and I are united with the board,” insisted the manager.

Questioned about whether he was concerned, he responded: “It’s not on my mind. My focus is on discovering solutions to help my team to excel on the fine details.

Fan Fury On Display

Celtic’s support displayed their anger – towards the dugout and directors – by protesting at full time. The board would be most likely to return to the interim manager, who had a fruitful caretaker period previously, should a change be made.

“It’s the results [that leads to pressure]. That is the reality for the moment. Yet by saying that’s how it is, that is not a sign that I am a defeatist guy. No. My point is we are really close, extremely close to reverse our form.”

“Really, Really Close”

The coach remains focused on the fact the side show good levels for a half at a time. For instance, if not for wastefulness in front of goal they might have been greater than 1-0 up. “There were positives aside from the fact that we didn't take more goals,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but it's important to stay balanced.

“The performance we had at certain moments was really, really, really high. That happened. I could not speak so positively if it was different. That is the reason, regarding outcomes, I noted we've seen this before. For that reason I said that a change is coming to a shift in fortunes. Right now: the fine margins.”

“We produced many, many good things that we did, as was the case today. The issue now it’s about performing for 90 minutes. My message would change the same. Therefore I am a big believer we’re going to be able to get back on track.”

Röhl’s Cautious Response

Danny Röhl refused to contemplate a championship push in spite of what appeared to be a statement victory. “Step by step, so we can develop momentum,” he said. “The confidence in the squad is excellent.”