The FIFA games released by EA are considered to be one of the greatest and most popular series of all time, with each annual edition selling like hotcakes every single time without fail. The games feature the most realistic and engaging simulation of a football match around, with players selecting their favorite teams as they strive to battle the opposition.
Along with the classic match mode, there are several other modes that players can try out in the game. However, the end goal remains the same — get the ball into the goal through whatever means necessary. This mandates that players understand how to place their goals and shoot properly in order to maximize their chances of landing the ball in the net. Here are some tips for players who want to figure out the best way possible to improve their shooting.
Updated May 2, 2022 by Ritwik Mitra: FIFA 22 is another installment in the long-running FIFA series that has hooked fans with its interesting gameplay and variety of modes. The satisfaction of launching a good attack and seeing the ball go into the net is a feeling that won't get stale anytime soon. However, trying to finish off a scoring opportunity is easier said than done. The following tips will help players get the most out of their attacks and decimate the opposition.
15 Fake A Shot To Get More Breathing Room
Holding the shoot button and then pressing pass shortly after allows players to fake a shot and deceive the opposition. Holding down a different direction while faking a shot also lets players change direction easily too.
This move is pretty helpful in setting up a scoring opportunity. It helps adjust the angle of the shot and also trick opposing players if used correctly.
14 Practice How To Take Free Kicks
The new system of taking free kicks in FIFA is something that players are still getting used to. Trying to aim the crosshair while getting the perfect power for a shot is easier said than done.
So, it's not the worst thing to practice these shots beforehand to understand how this system works. Once players get the hang of this, then they can catch the opposition off-guard with a great free kick that is converted beautifully.
13 Finishing Penalties Will Also Require Practice
There was a time when taking penalties was pretty simple too, but that has become a thing of the past. Now, taking a penalty has become somewhat of a frustrating minigame that generally leads to players hitting the center of goal instead of actually mounting a threat.
So, just like free kicks, players should practice how to take a penalty as well. It's a simple task that will prove to be quite beneficial further down the line once players actually get fouled in the box and need to convert this amazing scoring opportunity.
12 Know When To Adjust The Power Of The Shot
Managing a shot's power is easier said than done. After all, players need to be wary of the angle of the shot and its type before deciding on the kind of power that said shot requires.
As a result, not all shots can be hit with a single tap of the shoot button. Instead, the power needs to be managed properly so that keepers find it harder to react in time and prevent these goals from converting.
11 Sweaty Goals Are A Guaranteed Way To Finish Consistently
The term 'sweaty goal' is something that FIFA fans either love or hate, depending on their skill level. Such a goal is pretty humiliating but is an easy and sure-fire way of converting a shot.
Players should set up their team in a way that coaxes attacking players to run into the box at any given opportunity. Doing so ensures a guaranteed goal with another player finding a keeper off their line as they slot in a simple yet fun goal.
10 Aim For A Low Driven Shot When One-On-One With The Keeper
A great way to beat a keeper is to aim towards the goalpost they're further away from. To ensure this goal, players can aim for a low driven shot to increase their odds of scoring as well.
Players need to hold both shoulder buttons along with the shoot button to let loose a low driven shot. With the proper application of this technique, they can easily beat the goalkeeper in a one-on-one situation.
9 You Can Aim Your Header Downwards With This Technique Too
Headers can be quite tricky to nail in FIFA 22. With the exception of certain excellent strikers, the majority of players in FIFA 22 are pretty abysmal when it comes to placing a ball in the net with their head.
The probability of these goals can increase by using the same technique as a low driven shot. By holding down both shoulder buttons while shooting, players will aim their header towards the ground in order to increase their chances of nabbing a goal!
8 Try Timing Your Finish With Another Tap Of The Shoot Button
Timed finishes are a great way to increase your chances of getting a goal in FIFA 22. However, this is not an easy technique in the slightest.
Players need to add some power to their shot and then tap the shoot button once again just when the player connects their foot with the ball. Achieving this precise finish will allow players to improve the quality of their shot and enjoy a greater probability of their balls going in!
7 Go For A Finesse Shot When Rounding The Keeper
There are times when a straight shot will just hit a keeper that is spreading out as much as possible. In these situations, it's better for players to aim for a finesse shot instead.
By prioritizing placement over power, certain strikers can fit the ball into the edge of the net like a glove. It's a very satisfying way of netting a goal in FIFA 22.
6 A Chip Shot Is A Great Way To Punish Charging Keepers
Given the hectic nature of FIFA, there are times when players will have the opportunity to run towards the goal on a break. However, a wily player can make their goalkeeper rush towards the striker in a bid to unnerve them.
In this event, players should hold the left shoulder button and shoot to unleash a chip shot that can go over the keeper. Doing so will ensure a goal that is equal parts satisfying and humiliating.
5 Try Going For A Flair Shot To Score Spectacular Goals
A flair shot is a risky gamble that players can pull off in the bid to score powerful and spectacular goals. Using a combination of the left trigger and the shoot button results in a shot that prioritizes power over placement.
However, in the correct scenario, flair shots can become something truly spectacular. They allow players to score everything from flicks to bicycle kicks, making them absolutely essential for players who want to flex their skills with an extraordinary goal.
4 Long Shots Can Be Attempted With The Proper Players And Technique
Players who really want to put their opponent in their place can opt for a long-range effort. Of course, doing so is easier said than done — you need to select a good player with proper shooting skills to even stand a chance of nailing this effort.
After this is done, players can charge their bar up to two and a half bars (depending on their distance from the goal) to unleash a wild effort. Of course, keep in mind that timed finishes can also play a major role in deciding how accurate this shot is, so incorporate that technique here as well.
3 More Often Than Not, A Normal Shot Is Your Best Friend
Most FIFA players tend to overcomplicate things by trying fancy tricks while going for the goal. While this might look great, the player can definitely lose face if their shot ends up missing the mark.
This is why it's better to just opt for a simple shot instead of trying out so many tricks. This is especially important for people who are still beginners when it comes to FIFA and are still learning the ropes.
2 Figure Out The Best Position From Where You Can Unleash A Shot
Simply getting in front of goal and shooting isn't the best strategy to get a goal. Most shots can either be blocked, saved, or just miss the mark if placement is an issue.
This is why players need to pass around the opposition half and figure out the best position possible to shoot from. Doing so will ensure that their shots go into the net more often than not.
1 Take A Better Touch Without Holding The Spring Button If You Want To Unleash A First-Time Shot
A player's first touch matters a lot when taking control of the ball. While sprinting is good and all, issues can arise if the player fails to control the ball before shooting.
For first-time shots, it's better to either leave the sprint button or use the left trigger button to get the ball under control long enough to get a better velocity and angle on a shot. Doing so ensures that players can land more balls in the net with ease.