How did pundits react to Celtic's derby collapse?

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Wilfried Nancy was defiant after suffering a sixth defeat in eight Celtic games - but many fans and pundits now feel his short time in charge is up.

A 3-1 derby loss to Rangers highlighted what has become a consistent theme throughout much of his brief tenure so far.

The Frenchman's side failed to convert multiple chances in a dominant first half before being exposed tactically and defensively after the break.

Here's how some of the pundits reacted...

Former Scotland midfielder Michael Stewart on BBC Sportsound: "Untenable position for Nancy. He looks like a broken man. The disconnect between the manager and the team is so stark.

"It is not something that can continue and it should not have happened. The people on the board who facilitated this should be shown the door as well. Celtic are in an absolute state."

Former Celtic goalkeeper Pat Bonner on BBC Sportsound: "The problems aren't high up the pitch for Celtic, the problems are the shape at the back and the defensive qualities."

Former Rangers striker and coach Billy Dodds on BBC Sportsound: "As much as Rangers have done the right things in this second half, Celtic have been just brutally bad.

"Celtic have just capitulated. Something has to give, there is no doubt."

Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton on Sky Sports: "We've seen this movie before with Nancy's Celtic.

"You can score, but you've got to defend. This team don't do that."

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