Come off worse
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Conflict Outcomes
Use when describing an uneven result after a confrontation or challenge. 
After the debate, the less experienced speaker clearly came off worse.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Literal
It's often used metaphorically, not just for physical fights but any competitive situation. 
In the trade negotiations, the smaller country came off worse.
Pro Tip 3/3Subjective Perspective
It may reflect a personal opinion on who fared worse, and others might disagree. 
Many feel that, in the split, Laura came off worse, losing mutual friends.