Personally I still rate Ricki as a coach, however after tonight's performance I am not going to deny that it is probably time for him to move on from the club. He should be putting all his focus on the All Whites anyway. He certainly has the skills to take us into the quarters or semis of the World Cup, especially with players like Rojas and Barbourouses - yes I know this is ironic, but I want to see Ricki get a second chance to work with these talented players who he let slip from the Phoenix.
I reckon Welnix will be waiting until we are categorically out of contention for the playoffs before considering a new coach.
On the other hand, if we get Kosmina by next weekend, we might take out Brisbane based on the 'players all lift their game for the new coach' phenomenon. Which would keep our playoff hopes alive for this season. It will be a good gig for Kossie - he wants to move to Brisbane but they won't consider him til the end of the season. Turning around the Phoenix and taking them on a playoffs run would be a decent calling card for him.