We must make sure their worst players get the ball the most. You'll get it back in no time.
In my teams, the goalie is the first attacker, and the striker the first defender.
Technique is not being able to juggle a ball 1000 times. Anyone can do that by practicing. Then you can work in the circus. Technique is passing the ball with one touch, with the right speed, at the right foot of your team mate.
Why couldn't you beat a richer club? I've never seen a bag of money score a goal.
If you can't win, make sure you don't lose.
To play well, you need good players, but a good player almost always has the problem of a lack of efficiency. He always wants to do things prettier than strictly necessary.