EA Sports FC 24 How to score free kicks
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Do you need to take a free kick in EA Sports FC 24? Free kicks happen from time to time and it is important to know how to handle them properly. How you kick the ball will determine where it ends up and how well the kick is done.
Just like in FIFA, you will be taking these shots whether you are playing normal matches, ultimate team, or player career mode. You can either tackle these by performing a finesse shot, taking power shots, or simply passing the ball to a teammate.
There are multiple playstyles that you can have in EA FC 24. Will you be a risk taker and go for the goal or take the chance to perform precision passes? No matter the stadium, you best be prepared. Here is how to score free kicks in EA Sports FC 24.
How to take free kicks in EA Sports FC 24
Whether you are taking a free kick or defending against one, you should know the controls and how they work:
| Action | PlayStation | Xbox Series X/S | Nintendo Switch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aim | Left Stick | Left Stick | Left Stick |
| Move Kick Taker | Right Stick | Right Stick | Right Stick |
| Time Your Shot | Circle + Circle | B + B | A + A |
| Ground Pass | X | A | B |
| Lob Pass / Cross Pass | Square | X | Y |
| Wall Jump | Triangle | Y | X |
| Wall Charge | X | A | B |
| Move Wall | L2 or R2 | LT or RT | ZL or ZR |
| Select Kick Taker | R2 | RT | ZR |
| Add Kick Taker | R1 or L2 | RB or LT | R or ZL |
| Move Goalkeeper | Square or Circle | X or B | Y or A |
Most of the time, you will simply want to press the shoot button and then time when to press it again for a good kick. Keep in mind that you will want to aim in specific locations to avoid the wall of athletes blocking the goalpost.
There are different scenarios that lead to free kicks but they are fairly easy to perform and you can easily score if you know what you are doing. Here are some tips to make taking the shot easier:
- Adjust the line of trajectory
- Adjust the impact angle with the right stick
- Time your shot using the default shoot button
- Press the shoot button again to kick the ball
- Move your team in to help get the ball if you miss
A nice trick is to aim at the edge of the wall of players. This will help you to get around them. Remember, you can also take the opportunity to kick the ball to a teammate.
