Celtic manager Wilfried Nancy launched an impassioned seven-minute defense of his troubled start at Parkhead during Friday's pre-match press conference, passionately pleading for patience after winning just two of his first seven matches.
"Judge me in a few weeks, a month. But if you want to judge me now, you can do it," Nancy stated defiantly ahead of Saturday's crucial Old Firm clash with Rangers live on Sky Sports.
Rocky Beginning
The French tactician has endured a baptism of fire since taking charge, with five losses including defeats to Hearts, St Mirren, and Motherwell. Despite the poor results, Celtic remain second in the Scottish Premiership table.
Nancy emphasized the challenging circumstances of his appointment: "I had no proper pre-season - two days after arriving, we were already playing matches we should have won. With just 12-13 training sessions, it's impossible to implement everything."
System Transition
The former MLS coach highlighted his distinctive tactical approach, featuring an aggressive high line with advanced wing-backs. "You can already see glimpses of what we're trying to build," he said, acknowledging fan frustration while asking for understanding.
January Reinforcement
Celtic announced their first winter signing on Friday - Bournemouth's Julian Araujo arriving on loan. When questioned about board support, Nancy remained steadfast: "The reality is we knew this transition would be tough. New players need time, and veterans must adapt after 5-7 years playing differently."
As pressure mounts ahead of the Rangers showdown, Nancy concluded with a bold message: "This is a tornado right now, but I'm ready. Watch what happens when we get proper preparation time - then judge me fairly."
Celtic's Recent Results Under Nancy:
- Celtic 1-2 Hearts (SPL)
- 0-3 vs Roma (Europa League)
- League Cup final loss to St Mirren
- 3 wins from 7 matches overall
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