FIFA 22: These are the basics of attacking

In football, nothing is as beautiful as scoring goals, and this is also true for FIFA 22. We'll tell you the basics here.

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After we have already shown you the basics and a few basic settings in defense, this time we willll turn our attention to the attack. There is more than one way to get in front of the opponent's goal. You can attack from the wings, play through the middle or try to shoot from a distance. The important thing is: don't stick to one option, but stay variable.

Attack over the wings

Attacking from one of the two wings has its advantages and disadvantages. On the one hand, the outer positions offer you more space than the center, on the other hand, unfortunately, you are also further away from the opponent's goal. To get the ball into the penalty area, you have two options. The first and easier option is to cross the ball high into the center.

However, you should be aware that the ball has to travel a long way. On the one hand, the crosser should have a high degree of precision, and on the other hand, you need a strong header in the box, who can also win through against the opponent's defenders. Unlike in FIFA 20, you can cross the ball into the penalty area without hesitation.

The second option is to move into the center with the ball on your foot. To do this, you can either play short quick passes or try it on your own in one-on-one with the use of skill moves. Often the opponent expects a cross, so the surprise effect could be on your side. Remember, dribbling into the penalty area one-on-one is the more difficult option.

Attack through the center

If you decide to attack through the center, you will get much less space. A fast passing game is required here. Furthermore, you can use the agile dribbling (R1/RB + left stick) and skill moves to let your opponents run into nothing. Attacking through the middle is challenging and requires a bit of practice, so don't get discouraged after losing the ball in the beginning.

Finishing by distance shots

The closer you get to the opponent's goal, the better your chances of scoring. Nevertheless, you should not overdo it and try to carry the ball over the goal line. A well-placed distance shot is more effective than some might think at first. It all depends on the position from which you try to score with your own player.

First and foremost, you should have a clear shooting lane. If one or more defenders are in the line of fire, the ball can only be intercepted. Furthermore, it is important which player you use for the shot. A high value for distance shots is definitely an advantage here. Also, pay attention to whether the ball is on your strong or weak foot. The latter does not increase your chances.

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