You've got two dmc's. They are difficult to get through. Our friend has more midfielders in total and that qualifies for short passing (it's not foosball, players move) and if short doesn't work simply switch to long. You shouldn't fight over possession when you know you're gonna lose, you have to outsmart possession. Defend well, surprise with long passes to counter attacks and hope for the best. See Mourinho's Inter VS Barca.
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