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The under-pressure manager stated he did not fear the sack, claiming, “We are very near to things turning around,” even after edging perilously close to the chopping block with a comprehensive defeat by their arch-rivals.

Another Collapse Sees Derby Defeat

The Hoops were in front the visitors at the interval but a second-half capitulation let the Gers to draw level on points with the reigning league title holders. The former MLS manager, who was appointed from Columbus Crew, has now been in charge for six defeats in his first eight matches.

“The board and I are united with the board,” said Nancy.

Asked directly about whether he was concerned, Nancy said: “That’s not my focus. My focus is on working out methods to help my team to improve on small moments.

Fan Fury Erupts

The fans displayed their anger – aimed at the board and manager – by gathering at full time. The board would be most likely to bring back the interim manager, who enjoyed a successful caretaker period before Nancy was hired, if Nancy departs.

“Wins and losses [that leads to pressure]. So this is the situation for the moment. Yet when I say this is the reality, it doesn’t mean that I am pessimistic. No. The message is we are on the cusp, imminently close to reverse our form.”

Focus on the Details

Nancy continues to cling to the fact the side show good levels for one half at a time. For instance, if not for poor finishing they might have been better than 1-0 up. “I saw enough except the fact that we haven’t scored more goals,” he said. “I accept that we lost, but I must remain fair.

“The performance we had at stages was exceptionally high. This is the reality. I could not talk like that if it was untrue. But that’s why, in terms of results, I mentioned it's a repeating pattern. For that reason I said that we are nearly there to a shift in fortunes. Currently: the fine margins.”

“I saw a lot of encouraging signs that we did, as was the case today. However comes down to performing for 90 minutes. My message would be different if it was not the case. This is why I am convinced the team can to fix this.”

Röhl’s Cautious Stance

The victorious boss refused to contemplate a championship push even after what felt like a landmark win. “We take it game by game, and we can really build up momentum,” he said. “The confidence in the squad is outstanding.”