How Nancy and Martin became friends after doomed stints

Wilfried Nancy <i>(Image: Stuart Wallace / Shutterstock)</i>
Wilfried Nancy (Image: Stuart Wallace / Shutterstock)
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Two former Celtic and Rangers managers have struck up an unlikely friendship.

Wilfried Nancy and Russell Martin, who each endured brief and troubled stints in charge of the Old Firm clubs, have bonded over their shared experiences.

Martin started the season at Rangers but was sacked in October after securing just one league win in eight games.

He had also suffered heavy defeats in Europe.

Nancy was hired by Celtic in December after Brendan Rodgers' departure, but his time was equally short-lived.



After losing in the Premier Sports Cup final to St Mirren and managing just eight games in charge, he was also dismissed.

Both managers hold the record for the shortest managerial stints in their respective clubs' histories.

Despite their brief and challenging tenures, the pair have found common ground and friendship.

Nancy disclosed their bond during a podcast appearance, crediting Martin with initiating contact.

He said: "I respect him, obviously as a person but also as a coach.

"What he did with Southampton was amazing, especially when he was in the Premier League because I remember games that he played in a certain way.

"And yeah, he has a way to see football that I like."

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