Celtic FC Part Ways with Manager Wilfried Nancy After Disappointing Start

Celtic have wasted little time in sacking manager Wilfried Nancy, just eight games into his time in Glasgow, having been hired in December 2025 as the permanent successor to Brendan Rodgers. Martin O'Neill had served as interim boss following Rodgers' dismissal and was remarkably at the helm for longer than Nancy. The last nail in the Frenchman's coffin was a 3-1 Old Firm defeat to Rangers at Parkhead on Saturday.A statement published by the club on Monday afternoon confirmed: Celtic Football Club today announces that it has decided to terminate the contract of manager Wilfried Nancy, with immediate effect. The club thanks Wilfried for his efforts and wishes him and his family well for the future."Wilfried's assistants, Kwame Ampadu, Jules Gueguen, and Maxime Chalier, will also be leaving the club and they take with them our good wishes."As part of the changes, Celtic have also confirmed that Paul Tisdale is no longer head of football operations. "We thank Paul for the contribution he has made in that role."After landing the job because of his stellar record in Major League Soccer with Columbus Crew, MLS Cup champions in 2023 and Leagues Cup winners in 2024, Nancy recorded just two wins as Celtic manager from his eight games in charge. That equates to a 25% win percentage, which places him dead last in the entire 129-history of Celtic managers, since the very first - Willie Maley - was appointed in 1897.The next worst is Lou Macari, who was in charge for eight months across 1993 and 1994, winning 35% of his 34 games. O'Neill's interim tenure, which lasted four days longer than Nancy's permanent appointment, had an 87.5% winning record across his temporary spell. Of all permanent Celtic managers, O'Neill's 75.5% from his first spell between 2000 and 2005 is the best.Looking for smarter football bets? Get expert previews, data-driven predictions & winning insights with GOAL Tips on Telegram. Join our growing community now!Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reporting

Celtic's Swift Decision to Part Ways with Wilfried Nancy

In a surprising move, Celtic Football Club announced the termination of Wilfried Nancy's contract as manager, with immediate effect. Nancy, who was appointed in December 2025 as the permanent successor to Brendan Rodgers, struggled to make an impact during his brief stint at the club. His win percentage of 25% from just two wins in eight games places him at the bottom of the list in the 129-year history of Celtic managers.

Historical Context and Comparison

Comparisons were drawn to the likes of Lou Macari and Martin O'Neill, with Nancy's performance falling well short of expectations. While Macari managed a 35% win rate in his short-lived tenure, O'Neill's interim spell exceeded Nancy's record significantly with an 87.5% winning rate. O'Neill's overall record of 75.5% during his first spell as a permanent manager remains the benchmark for success at Celtic.

Major Changes at Celtic

Amidst Nancy's dismissal, Celtic also announced the departure of his assistants Kwame Ampadu, Jules Gueguen, and Maxime Chalier, wishing them well for the future. Furthermore, the club confirmed the exit of Paul Tisdale as head of football operations, acknowledging his past contributions in the role. These changes mark a significant shakeup within the club's management structure.

Moving Forward

As Celtic prepare to search for a new manager to lead the team, the focus now shifts towards rebuilding and regaining stability. The decision to part ways with Nancy reflects the club's commitment to upholding its legacy of success while striving for excellence on and off the pitch. Fans will be eager to see how the club navigates this transitional period and sets its sights on a brighter future.