"Ricki never liked Kosta, he didnt suit his style of play... Ricki plays very defensive, likes to keep the ball... but lately under pressure he is resigned to kick the long ball and chase.. this is our downfall."
No source on anything you said but I would agree with this in that Ricki has " very defensive" or "long ball and chase" options.
Why resign to it I say. Can't he coach actual football?
I don't think he can coach football or men at the level required.
With the AW's he wasvery lucky with the results and very lucky the whole squad was naturally super motivated as you would be.