I just posted the Worthington article in the OFC thread. I don't think it's too bad actually, still a bit light on substance.
Exhibit A, conclusion:"Both the All Whites and the Phoenix have a core of good players but they need a dedicated fulltime coach to devote themselves to their respective causes and implement clever tactics."
Sure, because the A-League lasts as long as the EPL and the AWs are constantly playing friendlies and tournaments.
Well it's poor journalism, but I still think it's a valid debate to have. Hopefully once everyone realises that the sky hasn't fallen in as a result of one game this question will be asked a bit more seriously.
Tactically, the All Whites and the Phoenix obviously need very different approaches at different times. Perhaps one of the downsides of Ricki's two jobs is that he gets used to the fairly one-dimensional approach that suffices for the Nix. If you think about a small league with teams that are largely at a similar level, and then compare that to having to play nations ranked 20, 50 and 100 within a few months, you could see how Ricki might struggle to shift his tactics.