Centering | Basic techniques FIFA 16 Guide

Last update: 11 May 2016

Regular overhead centering

This is the easiest variant of playing the ball into the "third" - this one here is a simple and universal technique where your part is, of course, to match the force of the pass, to make the ball hit the head of the receiving player, and allow you an effective score. To execute this technique, press the cross button and indicate the direction. There is no point if you are currently being contained by the opponent - this situation usually sends the ball behind sidelines.

Low center

Playing the ball a bit lower allows you to dash in front of the opponent's defense and direct the ball into the goal by means of a dynamic entering between the defenders. This technique allows you to perform the effective headlong, after which the ball is knocked towards the goal with a large force. It makes no sense to perform this technique in a situation, where there are many defenders in the penalty area - the chances that the ball will eventually reach the receiving player are relatively low. To execute this technique, you need to press the cross button and indicate the direction.

Ground center

Ground centering works best when you are countering an opponent and a quick and dynamic pass over the ground will possibly reach the player entering the penalty area. Also, this is a good idea to wreak havoc in the opponent's defenses, by passing the ball into the area and hoping that one of the opponent's players scores own goal, or one of your own players touches the ball and defeats the opponent's goalie. To execute this technique, press the cross button three times and indicate the direction.