Great Tips for FIFA 09

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Trapping

There is a popular saying that is so true in FIFA 09: 'First touch will kill you'. Control over the ball, when receiving, is crucial to success. Trapping is the skill that sees you collecting the ball instead of it merely hitting you and bouncing randomly away. How the player first touches the ball when it comes in his direction can make all the difference between handing it over to your opponent and maintaining possession. There are three fundamental concepts used in FIFA 09 for trapping.

1. Trap: Trapping is the art of receiving the ball and bringing it under control. This is a very basic concept but can be used to gain quick control over the ball and be ready for what you do next. Whether standing in a crowded space or on a full sprint down the wing, a good trap is essential to gaining and maintaining possession. There are several types, all with various parts of your player's body, from the chest to the thigh to the foot and even the head. All of them accomplish the same thing: they make you effective with your next move.

2. First touch: There is no more effective moment in the game than when your player first touches the ball. If not controlled, it can be a quick turnover leading to disaster. If it is controlled, it can give your player a huge advantage to move into open space. Use the right stick to bump the ball away from your opponent and sprint onto it. In a crowd of players, use this to a) avoid your opponents making a quick steal, and b) give yourself some room to work in.

3. Cancel trap: Cancel Trap is a very effective way to take a player off of this default run and redirect him to intercept a pass. A good example of this is if your team mate attempts to hit you on a through ball and an opponent looks like he is going to cut off the pass if the target player stays on the default run. This function allows you to cancel out of the run and cut in front of the opponent to collect the ball before he intercepts it. You can also use it to cancel a shot attempt or cross as long as you hit the buttons before the shooting animation starts. One of the best places for employing the Cancel trap move is when you're attacking down the wings. Avoiding pass interceptions is the best way to make ground.

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Dribbling

Controlling your player's possession of the ball is another key component to success in FIFA. Dribbling is basically the set up for everything else you do in the game. If you are on a full sprint down the field, the ball will tend to be pushed out in front of you a little further and you basically run onto it each time. In a jog, it is a little closer and at a walk it is right at your player's feet. Take careful note of the opponents around you to know which pace you should be at so as not to lose the ball. A good tip is to remember not to be predictable. Change directions, stop the ball and then immediately continue; change your pace from a walk to a sprint instantly, knock the ball away from your opponent, and spend time in the arena practising tricks!

Stop the ball: A great tip is to use this skill in combination with an explosive exit move. It can really give you an advantage to shake loose from an opponent. You can make a hard stop anywhere on the field.



Stop the ball - facing goal: This is a great little skill that can really shake your opponent and give you a good look at the goal or just give you some space to work in. Not many are aware of the advantage you can gain by simply stopping and squaring your shoulders towards the goal. In the arena, work on this skill before taking a finishing touch and watch your accuracy greatly improve. In the passing section, a graphic shows how you can increase accuracy when passing in the 10 to 2 o'clock position of the direction you are facing. The shooting accuracy is heavily dependent on your player's motion and direction, so if you are coming in off balance at full pace and more than likely feel you will just launch the ball over the net, use this skill to increase your chances of getting the ball on goal.

Pace control: Pace control basically does just what it says. It gives you the ability to have a much more managed movement velocity for your player with the ball. This function does slow down your player, but gives them a bit more control over the ball. The dribbling rating of your player does affect his ability to control the ball effectively.

Pace control - facing goal: The same basic concept but this skill turns your player to face the goal. So now not only is your player moving at a good pace to maintain control of the ball, he is also positioned to greatly increase the accuracy of his next movement.

Sprinting: This sounds obvious, but when in possession of the ball you really have to think about how to elude your opponent. Besides always moving in a sprint, be sure to mix it up, from jog to quick burst of speed. Remember that on a sprint you have the ball further away from you, and when shooting, your accuracy is greatly diminished. A good rule of thumb is to let go of the button to break out of a sprint and into a jog to really increase your accuracy for shooting and other skill moves. Do not forget to mix up your movement; the less predictable you are, the tougher it is for your opponent to get possession.

Knock-on: The Knock on is very simple but also very effective. It gives you just enough advantage that makes a big difference in your ability to maintain possession. When moving with the ball, instead of just using the default dribble (which can be easily read by your opponent), be creative and knock the ball in a direction and then change your player's pace and move quickly in that direction. It is very tough for a player to get back in front of you once you have moved beyond them. Use this to set yourself up for other things to transition into like that big shot (or fake shot).

Tricks: Fundamentally, it is an awesome tool to not only create that highlight reel to send to your friend, but also is designed to really get you by your opponent. The key to successful tricks is to always keep your player unpredictable to the opponent. A little body feint, or even small gestures might just give you enough advantage to get beyond him and through to your next task at hand. Of course it is even more fun to humiliate your opponent and watch it in slow motion on the instant replay screen. With practice, every gamer has the potential to throw down serious skills.

Instigate a forward run: This is a very effective tool to open up a target man for a pass, or even just to draw an opponent out of some very attractive looking field space to set up for an attack. One trick is to trigger your teammate on a run and then immediately sprint to the space they just left (which usually is wide open since the attention was on the man making the run). You have to get in the habit of using this to make it effective, so experiment with it in your practice games and see how you can best use it to your advantage. Watch how the opponent reacts to the run and use that against him.

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Passing

"The Beautiful Game" is only as beautiful as your skill mastery of the passing game FIFA 09 offers. To be successful, the best tip is to keep one eye on the game and another on your radar. Sometimes the best pass is to the player just outside of your vision, so using the radar will really help you in finding that target player. There are five basic types of passes you can use to successfully create a scoring opportunity, get out of severe pressure in the back, or just plain frustrate your opponent.

The short pass: The short pass is a successful method that really makes this sport beautiful. This is a very effective pass that can be done in very tight traffic to find a way through your opponent. When a teammate is in front of your player it is extremely accurate, and as the player moves around your periphery the accuracy drops. Try to adjust your player's body position to give him the most accurate attempt to be successful. Assume the direction you are always facing is true 12 o'clock on a typical clock. Everything from 10 - 2 o'clock is pretty accurate, but from 2-5 & from 7-10 accuracy is diminished greatly. From 5-7, you better be Ronaldinho to attempt that pass, and only after you make sure your radar is clear!

Long pass: The long pass is a favourite weapon of David Beckham, as we all know. It can turn a minor attacking threat into a goal scoring opportunity in the blink of an eye. Having your players make great runs off the ball is the key. Watch the radar for that target player heading to open space, and then judge the power you strike the ball with carefully: too hard and it's an easy ball for the keeper, too light and you might find yourself defending a quick counter attack. Use this when you want to open up the play. The further away the player gets, the less accurate your pass. The amount of time you hold down the pass button will determine the length of the pass. For best results, make sure you attempt to lead your player and not fire the pass at him. Allowing him to run onto the pass in stride could give him all the distance he needs to get a chance on goal.

Through pass: This is one of the most deadly weapons in the game when done correctly. The key to being successful is your ability to look beyond your player to the space your teammates can hit quickly. You have to think one step ahead. This pass is typically used to get a player threaded through the defence and in on goal. Once again, how long you hold the pass button will determine the strength and distance of your pass. On 'Manual Through Ball' Assistance you are in charge of both direction and power. Be sure to play the ball to the space ahead of your player and let him run onto it. Some high-rated players can also perform a swerving through ball that's tough for a defender to judge. Often the defender will find himself diving in and leaving the striker with nothing left to do but test his finishing skills.

Lobbed through pass: The lobbed through pass takes forces your opponent to think three dimensionally. The angles are endless to feed a teammate. This is a very effective tool on an attack or counter attack when used to completely switch fields to the opposite side. Use this pass to hit a teammate who is making diagonal run, as it can provide you with some great opportunities to get in on your opponent's goal.

One-two pass: Also known as the wall pass, this is used to create space to shake a defender with the assistance of another team member. Upon approaching an opponent, time the pass so the defender commits to you, and then pass the ball to a team member while holding the L1 / LB button. Your player will immediately sprint beyond your opponent to get a one touch pass back. It can quickly provide some open space in front of you. Be careful of using it too many times in a row as you will create holes in your defence.

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Crossing

Crossing can be used either to switch the play into a more open field to start the attack again, or to launch a ball into the middle of the pitch to create a goal scoring opportunity. Many factors play into how accurate the cross is, such as body position, speed, and player rating. This can be a deadly aerial assault in your opponent's third of the field leading to goal scoring opportunities. The other use for switching field of play can be to get the ball out of a congested area to an open player that can build an attack more effectively.

You can also have some control over the curve put on a cross with the right stick. Lean the stick in the direction you want to curve the ball when the meter is powering up. When they hear the term "cross," most players think of a high arcing ball into the opposing team's box, when in fact that is just the tip of the iceberg. The basics of what type of cross to hit is realising whether you are in the crossing zone or not (the top of the 18 yard box to the end line and the 18 yard box to the touchline).

Low cross: The low cross is a very effective tool to catch your opponent off guard. The low cross is more of a driven cross that is usually one touched on for a shot or to another player for an attacking opportunity. This cross is usually whipped in with a lot more pace than the typical high arcing cross and can really catch your adversary by surprise. A good tip to remember if you are on the receiving end of this is to look around as you see it coming in, and if you do not have a strike at goal, then look to one touch or flick the ball to another play. Use the receiver to change the direction of the ball and this can set up some interesting opportunities.

Ground cross: Much like the low cross but is passed in with pace along the ground. This is not to be confused with the through ball. The through ball is designed to lead a teammate on to goal, threading the ball through the defenders; the ground cross is used to deceptively feed a team member outside the expected target area of your opponent. The ground cross is extremely effective in setting up for a one time strike. It also catches your opposition off guard when you hit the crossing zone and they prepare to see a long high ball, but then have to scramble when the target player is running up from the back for a strike.

Early cross/early low cross/early ground cross: The term "early" refers directly to striking in the cross outside the crossing zone (the top of the 18 yard box to the end line and the 18 yard box to the touchline). Simply refer to the descriptions of what the cross is used for mentioned above and just know it is hit prior to entering that zone. This is a great tool that can really surprise the teams you are playing since they think they still have time to set up for the big cross, when in fact the threat is coming much sooner!

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Shooting

This is one of the most dynamic aspects of the game, and understanding how it works in FIFA 09 can determine how much success you'll have. Many factors determine the accuracy of the shot such as player momentum, speed, rating, and of course how far you power up the shot meter. In the 'Shot Power/Elevation Chart', you can clearly see there is a direct correlation between shot speed and ball elevation based just on the how much you power up the shot meter. Also keep in mind that your player's accuracy is greatly diminished if he is on a full sprint while shooting, as well as his lateral momentum at the time. A really good tip here is to let go of the sprint button, control your pace to gain composure, get the ball on your player's preferred foot, and then let rip.

This is also a good place to also use the various 'Face the Goal' options mentioned in the dribbling section. The shot can be very frustrating if not practised, so take some time in the arena to get it down from various locations. When you get comfortable with it, you can create some great highlight reels.

One tip that works very well if your player is right footed, is to head directly at the goal about five yards off of dead centre and as soon as you see the keeper, start to move left. Flick the left stick and just barely tap the shot button, and sit back and watch the ball rip into the opposite side netting for a goal! Obviously, the opposite movement should be done if your player's favoured foot is left.


The shot: This refers to the out and out strike on goal with maximum speed, also known as a driven shot. Refer to the 'Shot Power/Elevation Chart' to see what factors come in to play to make the shot go where you want it to. You can greatly control the rise of the ball and speed based on what is shown in the chart.

Finesse shot: This is a very effective tool to help assist your player in gaining composure while striking the shot. A direct shot is hit with the boot laces, whereas the finesse shot is usually taken with the side of the foot. This is a placement shot versus a driven shot. You get much more accuracy in putting the ball in the net where the keeper least expects it. If you have to approach the goal at pace due to pressure and/or being slightly off balance, then just get in the habit of hitting a finesse shot and your chances will be good at getting a shot on goal.

Chip shot: The chip is a cheeky little shot that totally fools and humiliates the keeper. Much like the same term in golf, it basically is a shot hit under the ball with the foot stopping upon impact to loft the ball with a high trajectory in the air for a short distance. Usually this is right out of the keeper's full stretch, and is best performed the second you see the keeper start off his line. Practise this in the arena as it is very effective when coming at the keeper one- on-one. And remember, timing is indeed everything with this one.

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HOW TO BEAT YOUR OPPONENT ONE-ON-ONE

You should have a pretty good feel for how each one works, and how to execute each move. The more time you spend working on your moves in the Arena, the quicker you will be able to perform them. We recommend starting with the basic moves like the body feint, step-over, and reverse step-over. Then move on to the 360 roulette and other more advanced skills.

Now it is time to take your new skills to the pitch and put them to use against both CPU and human opponents. You can be successful at FIFA 09 by just working the ball, using good tactics, and finishing, but what fun would that be? Breaking the ankles of a CPU defender or smoking your friend's player and leaving him in your wake is much more fun.

We recommend avoiding skill moves in your own defending third. You could execute a simple drag back or ball roll if you are not under pressure and want to hot dog a bit. Skill moves can be risky, and you don't want to be risky in your defensive half. As you approach the halfway line, you can begin to pull out more of your arsenal. The final third is a great place to put your skills to use, as often you will have to beat a defender in order to get a chance on goal. In addition, using skill moves will often force the defence to foul you. This will provide you with set piece opportunities in dangerous areas of the pitch.

Control the ball: One of the best pieces of advice we can give you when it comes to beating players off the dribble is to learn to lay off the sprint button. You can't turn as sharply, and your player is much easier to knock off the ball when he is at a dead sprint. Only use the sprint button when your player has lots of open field, or to briefly explode past your opponent after you've executes a skill move.

There are a number of different skills that your player will utilise even when you don't activate a skill. For example, top skilled players like Ronaldinho will use a Cruyff move when they make a 180 degree change of direction. Highly skilled players will also be able to perform double-touch moves with the ball as they quickly change direction.

You can beat overeager defenders by just keeping your player at a jogging pace and making quick change of direction moves.

Using the change of pace: Once you have mastered controlling the ball in tight spaces, you can begin to use change of pace to beat defenders. Use the stop ball control liberally. Take a few dribbles, perform a hard stop, and then explode in a different direction and leave the defender standing.

Once you see a defender lean the wrong way, use the Right Thumbstick to knock the ball in a different direction. Make sure you have plenty of room, or you risk knocking the ball too far ahead into a second defender. Stop and go play is especially effective against human opponents. Blast straight down the field, hit R1 / RB to hit the brakes, and then accelerate in a new direction. You'll be able to create acres of space with this technique.

The importance of exits: One aspect of the skill move system that is often overlooked by FIFA gamers is the 'exit move'. While a skill move is pretty to watch, the exit move is what makes the skill worth performing. Exit moves allow you to explode in a new direction and take advantage of a defender who has bitten on your fake.

One mistake that gamers make is to perform the skill move too close to a defender. You need to be sure that there is enough space between your player and a defender to execute the move. You can get results even if the defender is five yards or more away. He will still bite on the fake.

You will want to spend time in the Arena looking at all the different types of exit moves that can be performed. Look specifically at the step-over, reverse step-over, and drag-back moves to give yourself a rounded workout. Often, a very simple step-over can reap huge benefits if it is coupled with an explosive exit.

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In this example, Ribery begins to perform a Reverse Stepover as his defender closes in.



With the move completed, Ribery starts to push the ball left with the outside of his foot.



Already you can see him begin to clear his shoulders and see off the defender. Ribery, having completed the move, leaves the defender in his wake.

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THE BEST MOVES & COMBOS TO BEAT DEFENDERS

In this section of the guide, we will show you some of the best moves to use to beat defenders in one-on-one situations. Just about every skill move in the game has its proper place, but we have found that some moves are more effective than others.

Body feint with a drag-across exit: This move is very strong in the open field. If you time it right, you'll go by the defender almost every time. It can also be effective when you get one-on-one with a keeper. So how does it work? Here's an example of it happening in open play.

We fake to the right of the defender using the body feint skill move.After the fake, we exit forward and to the same side that we faked (approximately a 45 degree angle forward and right).We easily break free of our defender and head into open field.

Head-on-ball roll: This is one of the simplest moves in the game. You can use this move to change lanes when a defender is attacking your player head-on. Look to see if the defender is heading in one direction, and go the opposite one.

We charge down the sideline with Ribery, ready to take on the defender.The trick is to slow down just a bit and let the defender commit to his tackle.We slap roll the ball to the left side (opposite of the side the defender was shading).Ribery has space to escape down the sideline. This would be a good opportunity to use a knock on and exploit Ribery's speed.

Jump slide tackle: If you are playing an opponent who is a slide-tackling machine, then you'll want to break out this move to slow him down. We don't recommend using it often against the CPU as it is tough to fool, but an overaggressive human defender can often be exploited.

We are dribbling the ball with Rooney and see our friend's defender closing in for the slide tackle. This is his defensive tactic of choice when we are racing down the sideline.We execute the move early to be sure that we can clear the defender. It looks really early in the picture, but trust us, it's perfect.Here comes the slide, right on cue. Rooney ends the move by leaping over the tackler.

McGeady spin: Named for Celtic player Aiden McGeady, the McGeady spin is useful all over the pitch. You can use it to turn and get a shot off with a defender on your back. It is also useful for fooling defenders and creating space when you are face-to-face with your opponent.

We have the ball with Rooney in midfield with a defender closing in.Rooney begins to execute the move by pulling the ball away from the defender and shielding it with his body.Rooney pivots and pushes the ball away with the outside of his left foot. We now have the space we need to take a couple of touches on the ball and find an open player. Predictably, he's left completely flat-footed.

Reverse stepover drag: If you like a little bit of flair in your game, but don't want to sacrifice function, then the reverse step-over drag is aces.

Again, we have Ribery with the ball as we prepare to embarrass yet another hapless defender who over commits to his tackle.We complete our reverse step-over fake as the defender closes in.We exit the move forward and left. Ribery complies by dragging the ball forward with the heel of his rear foot. The defender can only look on as we explode into open space.


360 roulette: This move can be executed just about anywhere on the pitch, but it is most effective in the middle of the field. You can get closer to defenders before performing the 360 roulette than any other move. For that reason, it can be useful when you have taken a bad touch and have a defender swooping in for the tackle.

We just received a through ball with Ribery and are still fighting to get control of the ball. Unfortunately, a defender is closing in rapidly.We perform a 360 roulette in hopes that we can beat our defender and keep possession.

We successfully shield the ball as we make our turn. The defender is trying to check his momentum, but has committed too far to stop us now. There is a lot of open field ahead of us as the defender tries to desperately close the gap. If you can beat the central midfielders with a skill move, it often opens up a great attacking opportunity for you, as your forwards will occupy the attention of the central defenders.

Ball roll to cross: Crossing on the run can work, but if you can square up on the goal and take your time, then your crosses will be much more accurate. Burst down the sideline and then use the L1 / LB button to face the goal. Usually the defenders will come charging in at you. This is when you pull out the ball roll to create space to get your cross in.

We are able to get Rooney down in the corner and square up on goal.As the defender charges in, we begin to execute the ball roll.Rooney completes the move as the defender tackles empty air. We have plenty of room to cross the ball or burst into the box for a shot.

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Ronaldo cut: Use this move down the sideline with a defender in hot pursuit. It works best if the defender is slightly ahead of your player.

Rooney is busting down the line. We execute the Ronaldo cut. Rooney throws his inside leg forward to prepare for the move.Rooney heel flicks the ball behind this leg and to the inside. The defender can't match our move and Rooney cuts inside unmarked.

Shield ball to spin out: A strong player can hold the ball up and protect it from a defender with the shield ball move. Target men can use it to keep position while the other strikers and midfielders join the attack. By holding the R2/RT button, your player will go into shield mode. You can then use the Right Thumbstick to do ball fakes.

Ribery is holding off his defender down in the corner of the field.We use a quick fake to make the defender think we are cutting towards the sideline. We then release the R2/RT button and push the Left Thumbstick towards the goal to spin out of the Shield position. Our defender is behind the play and we are well on our way to the net and a possible goal.

Stepover to flip flap: This quick combination move needs lots of space to pull off. Like the other moves in the section, if can effectively beat defenders and create space for your player to attack the goal.

We start the step-over move to the left as the defender moves in.We exit the stepover and immediately transition into an elastico.The move finishes with a hard cut move across the face of the defender and to the left. Ribery beats the defender and takes off.


Stepover to McGeady spin: This final combination is one of our personal favourites. You don't need as much space as the step-over flip flap since you will be pulling the ball away from your opponent. The nice aspect of the McGeady exit is that it creates lots of space from your defender. If you hit the timing right, you'll have plenty of room to make your next move.

Ribery begins the step-over move to the left side, hoping to get the defender to commit in that direction.

We complete the step-over, but the defender keeps coming straight in. With other exits here, the ball would be stolen. The McGeady Spin shields the ball as Ribery begins to spin out to the side. Ribery skips free of his marker and can hit his next target down the field.

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FINAL THOUGHTS

This series of moves only scratches the surface of what you can do in FIFA 09. Each day that we play, we find a new combination that works. Master the moves in Arena mode and then take them onto the pitch and dazzle the fans while you wreak havoc on defenders!

Free kicks: There is a built in feature in the arena mode that allows you to work on your free kicks, and it is strongly recommended that you take advantage of it to hone your skills. Simply move your chosen arena player anywhere on the pitch and hit the D-pad in any direction, and you will immediately be set up to take the free kick from that spot. If you are anywhere in the penalty box, you will immediately be set up to hit a penalty kick. When aiming, use the exact screen center as your aiming point and target. Play with various types of power on the meter to judge distances.

Also, the Left Thumbstick can be used to put spin on the ball while the mater is powering up. Holding the Thumbstick left / right will create maximum curl on the ball. Holding the Thumbstick to the upper / left or upper / right will create a shot shaped with topspin. You can also hold down the Left Thumbstick to create backspin.

So how long to hold the stick over to hit that sweet spot on the goal? Hold the stick all the way over until the player strikes the ball and you can put a seriously nasty arc on the ball, catching the keeper unaware.

Short pass: This is a simple touch pass restart which allows your team to maintain possession and continue on to the attack. Keep an eye on the positioning of the opposition's players to determine where best to hit the short pass, but don't hang around too.


Lob pass: The lob pass is used to hit target players to continue the attack a little further down field. Use the radar to notice which of your players has the best position and is under the least threat by the defending team.

Shot: If the free kick is within target range for a shot on goal, sometimes a direct shot is a possibility. This shot is more of a controlled instep shot for deadly accuracy, aimed usually at one of the upper corners of the goal. Take time in the arena to really practice from various locations.

Remember to use the screen dead center to aim, and practice distances to learn how much to power up the meter. Also while the meter is powering up, lean the Left Thumbstick either left or right to put curve on the shot and catch the keeper off guard. There is the possibility of putting a dramatic arc on the ball if you hold the stick all the way over until the ball is struck. You can also push the stick upper / left or upper / right for a topspin blast. Again, practice in the arena until you become a deadly sniper.

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Shooting

This is one of the most dynamic aspects of the game, and understanding how it works in FIFA 09 can determine just how much success you will have. Many factors determine the accuracy of the shot such as player momentum, speed, rating, and of course how far you power up the shot meter. In the “Shot Power/Elevation Chart,” you can clearly see there is a direct correlation between shot speed and ball elevation based just on the how much you power up the shot meter. Also keep in mind that your player’s accuracy is greatly diminished if he is on a full sprint while shooting, as well as his lateral momentum at the time. A really good tip here is to let go of the sprint button, control your pace to gain composure, get the ball on your player’s preferred foot, and then let it rip. This is not always possible and sometimes you just have to wing it!


However, this would be a good place to also use the various “Face the Goal” options mentioned in the dribbling section. The shot can be very frustrating if not practiced, so take some time in the arena to get it down from various locations. When you get comfortable with it, you can create some great highlight reels.

Oone tip that works very well if your player is right footed, is to head directly at the goal about 5 yards off of dead center and as soon as you see the keeper, start to move left. Flick the left stick and just barely tap the
shot button, and sit back and watch the ball rip into the opposite side netting for a goalaso! Obviously, the opposite movement should be done if your player’s favoured foot is left.>

Shot

This refers to the out and out strike on goal with maximum speed, also known as a “driven shot.” This is what puts fans in the stands and makes this game so much fun to play. Refer to the “Shot Power/Elevation Chart” to see what factors come in to play to make the shot go where you want it to. You can greatly control the rise of the ball and speed based on what is shown in the chart.

Finesse Shot

This is a very effective tool to help assist your player in gaining composure while striking the shot. A direct shot is hit with the boot laces, whereas the finesse shot is usually taken with the side of the foot. This is a placement shot versus a driven shot. You get much more accuracy in putting the ball in the net where the keeper least expects it. If you have to approach the goal at pace due to pressure and/or slightly off balance, then just get in the habit of hitting a finesse shot and your chances will be pretty good to get the shot on net.

Chip Shot

The chip is a cheeky little shot that totally fools and humiliates the keeper in one simple lofted scoop shot. Much like the same term in golf, it basically is a shot hit under the ball with the foot stopping upon impact to loft the ball with a high trajectory in the air for a short distance. Usually this is right out of the keeper’s full stretch, and is best performed the second you see the keeper start off his line. Practice this in the arena as it is very effective when coming at the keeper one- on-one. And remember, timing is indeed everything with this one.

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Thanks for the tip johnson22 ,, i though i was the only fan of fifa here .