Only way I've seen is set to counter attack and on instructions screen all full backs and CMs to stay back while attacking.
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Only way I've seen is set to counter attack and on instructions screen all full backs and CMs to stay back while attacking.
Which formation are you using? I don’t like the formations that don’t have one or two CDM’s. Most people play through the middle and the difference between having a defensive midfielder and not having one is huge this year. Playing without one would work perhaps only if you press with extreme intensity but there aren’t many who does that and it doesn’t work well against everyone. Therefore I’d recommend you to try out the 4-2-3-1(2) or the 4-1-2-1-2(2) formations. Or basically anyone with at least one CDM.
Interesting vid.
I'lll just end up holding L1 and spamming the analogue stick all directions and hope for the best, but still.
I've not tried it out yet as I've got loads on, but it seems quite simple. There was hidden skill moves using the same buttons on fifa 17 aswell.
Be careful as you'll probably only need 1 of each to complete it so could struggle. I invested in squad fitness cards yesterday when I could pick them up for 750. Surely in a few weeks that will rise.
@Macern @Eddy_JukeZ
You to seem to be the 'professionals' on here
so lets talk.
When it comes to this Fifa, since the patch, I am really struggling. Playing SB on Professional, which I was winning 4/5-0 regular, has turned into 1/2-0 grinds.
On a match to match basis, is their anythings you do, maybe not even so obvious, that have you winning most of your matches.
I watched some of Ovvy's videos, and before the patch, I almost perfected that drag back move. Since the patch though, even AI defenders, give you zero room to manoeuvre in. I almost feel like the only way to play this game now is to literally hold LB (L1) and x and pass it around sending all your players charging forward in the hope that one of them gets into some clean space. You can't hold onto the ball, you can't dribble.
An example of something I'd like is, when I get the ball up to my striker, about 20-30yrds from goal, the only options I have available is to pass the ball straight back into midfield. If I try and turn left, right oh backwards, with the defenders hugging me, I just lost the ball.
Any tips, I think a few on here would be really appreciative
You to seem to be the 'professionals' on here
so lets talk.When it comes to this Fifa, since the patch, I am really struggling. Playing SB on Professional, which I was winning 4/5-0 regular, has turned into 1/2-0 grinds.
On a match to match basis, is their anythings you do, maybe not even so obvious, that have you winning most of your matches.
I watched some of Ovvy's videos, and before the patch, I almost perfected that drag back move. Since the patch though, even AI defenders, give you zero room to manoeuvre in. I almost feel like the only way to play this game now is to literally hold LB (L1) and x and pass it around sending all your players charging forward in the hope that one of them gets into some clean space. You can't hold onto the ball, you can't dribble.
An example of something I'd like is, when I get the ball up to my striker, about 20-30yrds from goal, the only options I have available is to pass the ball straight back into midfield. If I try and turn left, right oh backwards, with the defenders hugging me, I just lost the ball.
Any tips, I think a few on here would be really appreciative
@Macern @Eddy_JukeZ
You to seem to be the 'professionals' on here
When it comes to this Fifa, since the patch, I am really struggling. Playing SB on Professional, which I was winning 4/5-0 regular, has turned into 1/2-0 grinds.
On a match to match basis, is their anythings you do, maybe not even so obvious, that have you winning most of your matches.
I watched some of Ovvy's videos, and before the patch, I almost perfected that drag back move. Since the patch though, even AI defenders, give you zero room to manoeuvre in. I almost feel like the only way to play this game now is to literally hold LB (L1) and x and pass it around sending all your players charging forward in the hope that one of them gets into some clean space. You can't hold onto the ball, you can't dribble.
An example of something I'd like is, when I get the ball up to my striker, about 20-30yrds from goal, the only options I have available is to pass the ball straight back into midfield. If I try and turn left, right oh backwards, with the defenders hugging me, I just lost the ball.
Any tips, I think a few on here would be really appreciative
Position your body between the defenders and the ball, wait for the attackers to join you if your playing the ball into feet of your striker in real life the only real options would be as you say to know it back into midfield or attempt a dribble.
Best solution is to get your strikers running in behind and slide the ball down the side of the cbs.
By positioning the striker in front of the ball, is there are more effective way of doing this. I found out that LT does this quite effectively today so I've been working on that, but anything else?
As for running in behind. I wish. I press LB and the runs they make just seem so poor. It's hard to feed the ball through. It almost feels like through balls are luck of the draw sometimes
When your only option is to pass back to midfield, thats what you should do. As much as it seems like it'll be easier to score when theres less opposition between you and the goal sometimes that isnt the case. Without bodies in between most people will play a more cautious defence and not give you gaps to exploit, so a pass back to midfield gives your team more chance to catch up to play as well.
I always hold it with the striker as long as possible, wait for my wingers to overtake, and then pass it out to the full backs, who by now have so much space where the defenders have ran back to get into position. From there you can reset the attacking phase of play, release the sprint button and use normal passes, 1-2 passes, through balls etc to move forward, always having the option of going back to the full back on the opposite side of the pitch if/when you need to reset your attack
I always hold it with the striker as long as possible, wait for my wingers to overtake, and then pass it out to the full backs, who by now have so much space where the defenders have ran back to get into position. From there you can reset the attacking phase of play, release the sprint button and use normal passes, 1-2 passes, through balls etc to move forward, always having the option of going back to the full back on the opposite side of the pitch if/when you need to reset your attack
I'm on a 6 game losing run on seasons 
yikes.
yikes.Didn’t even need any, bit of a disaster
Only put 15k in though made my money back on the BPM easily with these Aussie/Japanese players!
Just Bought van basten back
Best striker in the game I'll fight anyone that says different.
Best striker in the game I'll fight anyone that says different.
BPMers, marquee matchups need J League players and A League players. Made about 8k so far on 3 players that are just sat in the club collecting dust
Edit: just seen the post literally 2 above mine saying the same thing
Edit: just seen the post literally 2 above mine saying the same thing
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Whut, even better than 2002 Ronaldo?
Not played with Van Basten, but having icon Ronaldo was akin to cheating when I had him on loan
I finally played with Okocha (probably my all time favourite real life player) in the draft, his dribbling was insane
Whut, even better than 2002 Ronaldo?
Not played with Van Basten, but having icon Ronaldo was akin to cheating when I had him on loan
Even though I only had Ronaldo as a loan van basten is surpassing him in goals to game.
http://www.futhead.com/18/players/48313/marco-van-basten/
Look at his base stats, I've put hunter in him and he's amazing.
Seems the most rewarding way to play is just hold x defending and then score easy as shit goals on the counter as team out of position. I'm also sick of kick off goals.
Just done two more two gold player packs and got Jesus and Mustafi
Mustafi is worth feck all.
This Aussie League sbc is a fecker, prices are insane.
This Aussie League sbc is a fecker, prices are insane.
Who to go for if I had the cash, OTW Laca or Aguero?
Yeah I've just sold a bronze Melbourne defender for 10k
Nice untradeable to have in the club though...
Made like 40k off of 6 players from MM. Some bronze players sold for instant 10k like wtf the rewards aren't worth it.
Also beat the AI in SB on Ultimate, finally! T'was a 74 rated team, don't care, Ronnie, Sanchez and Robben came off the bench second half and were a nightmare to defend against.
Thank god John Terry was in the oppo defense, Griezmann just waltzed past him.
Also beat the AI in SB on Ultimate, finally!
T'was a 74 rated team, don't care, Ronnie, Sanchez and Robben came off the bench second half and were a nightmare to defend against. Thank god John Terry was in the oppo defense, Griezmann just waltzed past him.
was that one of todays teams if so i didnt realise we all had different teams to battleMade like 40k off of 6 players from MM. Some bronze players sold for instant 10k like wtf the rewards aren't worth it.
Also beat the AI in SB on Ultimate, finally!
Thank god John Terry was in the oppo defense, Griezmann just waltzed past him.
Yeah I've just sold a bronze Melbourne defender for 10k
Wish I sold all mine. fecking rewards were crap.
Anyone on PS4 want to play and then tell me how to get better?
Mkhi is fecking sublime
Mkhi is fecking sublime
Might buy him now actually to replace Salah and have Salah and Sterling on the bench to come on late.
Is it easy to upload game clips off there? If you upload a short game against the AI I'll watch it for you if you want.
I replaced Sterling with him and the difference in very notable IMO. Sterling is quick and agile but for some reason Mkhi just feels much more agile and quick despite having lesser stats in those areas. Makes brilliant runs too!
I've just bought him for 40k. Looking forward to trying him out when I next get chance to get on.
Mkhi I liked way more then Salah. Actually in terms of right wingers from any league (any price range), I'd probably go:
Messi (obviously), then Bale, Dembele and Mkhitaryan as my top 4. Wouldn't even say Bale is that far ahead of the other 2 in the game. Love using Miki for his all around ability and 2 footedness.
Changed my formation from 5-2-1-2 to this:
https://www.easports.com/fifa/ultimate-team/web-app/?showoffId=doLURJarnM1yO:FFA18PS4
Went from 6 losses in a row to the division 6 title winning all of my games. It seems every time I try to upgrade the team i.e Matuidi for Joao Mario, I start getting hammered
https://www.easports.com/fifa/ultimate-team/web-app/?showoffId=doLURJarnM1yO:FFA18PS4
Went from 6 losses in a row to the division 6 title winning all of my games. It seems every time I try to upgrade the team i.e Matuidi for Joao Mario, I start getting hammered
Starting to learn the best way of using my team, although I think I can get even more out of them using chem cards and custom tactics. I'll spend this week on squad battles messing with custom tactics and once I've found the right balance I'll start with WL next week. Anyone any ideas of the best custom tactics?
During in game I use the instructions, Attacking, High Pressure and Possession. The interchanging passing between Gameiro, Asensio, Koke and Isco is brilliant, I just want to start getting Dembele and Carrasco to cut in off the wings.
During in game I use the instructions, Attacking, High Pressure and Possession. The interchanging passing between Gameiro, Asensio, Koke and Isco is brilliant, I just want to start getting Dembele and Carrasco to cut in off the wings.
I currently have 100k coins to spend, how would you suggest the best way to improve the side below? Obvious would be Hart, but he has been a rock for me recently.
Hart (GK)
Valencia (RB) Bailly (CB) Rudiger (CB) Alonso (LB)
Matic (CM) Wijnaldum (CM) Herrera (CM)
Mkhi (RF) Rashford (ST) Martial (LF)
Bench: Diego Costa, Bakayoko, Zappacosta, Smalling, Mendy
Hart (GK)
Valencia (RB) Bailly (CB) Rudiger (CB) Alonso (LB)
Matic (CM) Wijnaldum (CM) Herrera (CM)
Mkhi (RF) Rashford (ST) Martial (LF)
Bench: Diego Costa, Bakayoko, Zappacosta, Smalling, Mendy
Just tried squad battles on Ultimate. It's so hard to get the ball back. Drew 4-4 and lost on pens. But got dominated. Back to ledendary I thinks lol!
Have they changed the time on refreshing the opponents list? Yesterday I'd played a game previous so had 3 left then could refresh to the available opponents then had 6 hours until the next batch. Went to play a game now (I have a fresh 4 opponents) and it's only refreshing them after 12 hours.
Best way to combat ping pong passing? Its getting ridiculous.
Set to counter attack and defender using your midfielders not defenders. Shit I know but only way to do it.