Wilfried Nancy’s position at Celtic is looking increasingly uncertain after Saturday’s damaging Old Firm loss to Rangers, with former Hoops striker Tam McManus suggesting the Frenchman may be running out of time.
Celtic were beaten 3-1 by their fiercest rivals in a result that could carry serious consequences for Nancy’s future. The home side started brightly and went in front early, controlling much of the first half, but a dramatic collapse after the break saw Rangers score three times in just over 20 minutes to turn the game on its head.
That defeat leaves Nancy with six losses from his opening nine matches in charge, placing him firmly under the spotlight as pressure builds at Parkhead.
McManus was scathing in his assessment, claiming the Rangers result could be decisive. Writing on X, he criticised another poor second-half display and argued that opposing managers continue to outthink Celtic after the interval. He also pointed to individual errors, suggesting Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel struggled while Rangers’ Jack Butland made the difference at the other end.
One of the major concerns during Nancy’s short spell has been game management. Rangers emerged after half-time with renewed energy and purpose, while Celtic failed to adapt to the change in momentum. The second half was largely one-way traffic, a scenario that has become all too familiar for supporters in recent weeks.
Although there have been periods where Nancy’s side have played attractive football, results remain the ultimate measure. With six defeats in eight games, that record falls well short of expectations at a club like Celtic, leaving serious doubts over how much longer he will be afforded to reshape the team.