Yes there is. Treat the game like it was real life( regarding the big picture ) but be aware that your definition of let say a ballwinner on defend might not be the same as the games( or the real life's )
- Form a team/squad with players that wants to win, players with high stats in Determination, Team Work, Work Rate. Bring in some players with specific competence, some smart players with great stats in " Tactics", some players that can win a game for you by pure flair and skill. Make sure you have a squad that is able to both control a game playing patient and probing football as well as having players that knows how to hit them on the counter.
- Set up a tactic approach that really gets the best out Of your players whilst still being able to keep a great defensive shape.
- Pay attention to your players and what motivates them. Whip & Carrot.
- Follow the matches closely to see why things turns out they do an always have a backup plan.
Now, if doing all this, you have a chance to win every single game.