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Worst start in Old Firm history - can Nancy survive as Celtic manager?

Worst start in Old Firm history - can Nancy survive as Celtic manager?

Summary

Wilfried Nancy has made the worst start as a manager in Celtic's 138-year history, losing his first four matches. This includes a recent defeat against Dundee United, marking their first loss to the team in over ten years. Celtic fans are concerned about the team's performance and Nancy's future as manager.

Key Facts

  • Wilfried Nancy is the first Celtic manager to lose his opening four matches.
  • Celtic lost 2-1 to Dundee United, their first loss to this team in more than a decade.
  • Tommy McLean held the previous record for losing his first three games as Rangers' caretaker in 1983.
  • Before Nancy, no Celtic manager had lost more than one opening game.
  • Nancy replaced Martin O'Neill, who temporarily managed Celtic after Brendan Rodgers left.
  • Celtic had previously performed well under interim manager O'Neill.
  • Fans are upset with recent losses, including a Scottish League Cup final to St Mirren.
  • Nancy, MLS Coach of the Year in 2024, has struggled with his teams in recent matches.

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