1. Failing to Pass the Ball
A typical FIFA newbie move is to sprint with the ball as fast as possible and try to outrun the opponent's defense. This is a common error, but can be fixed with efficient passing and moving.
Let the ball do the work, or else you can fatigue your squad and your opponent will have the upper hand.
2. Ignoring All the Controls
FIFA 09 is one of the most comprehensive soccer games ever because FIFA 09 contains a wide array of controls. You must learn all the controls to fully enhance your FIFA skills. Learn all the basic skills, combos, moves, controls, etc. This will give you a much more comfortable feeling with the game, and comfort leads to confidence when playing FIFA online.
3. Playing Loose Defense
The #1 key to winning games in FIFA 09 is defense. A very defensive gamer can shutout multiple opponents in a row even if he only scores 1 goal a game. Improve your defense by tacking while facing up, clearing anything within your 18 yard box, and by challenging each aerial ball with aggressive heading.
4. Ignoring Substitutes and Formations
Your team management skills must improve to increase your chancing of pulling home the victory. Start out by testing different formations until you find a good groove. The 4-4-2 and 4-3-2-1 worked best for me in the past. Also, don't forget about fatigue and substitutions. Bringing on a fresh face during the 2nd half increases momentum, chemistry, and provides that needed spark to bring home the win.
5. Reckless Tackling
Some gamers let out their frustrations by slide tackling from behind when the game is only 0-2. I have come back from 0-4 deficits to win because FIFA 09 is never over until the final referee's whistle. It is better to quite a game than rack up a bunch of yellow and red cards. You can come back from a few goals, but rarely can you after suffering several red card ejections.
6. Lack of Shooting
There is no such thing as the perfect shot in FIFA 09. You need to take any and every shot you get. A telling sign is when a player records less than 5 shots in one match. Work the goalkeeper, and don't be afraid to shoot from long distance.
7. Lack of Consistency
The more you play FIFA 09, the better you become. Too often, gamers play a few games, get frustrated, then take out their frustration on the EA Sports forums. It will take at least 20 games until you start seeing some results. Aim to play the best competition until your skills improve.
Hopefully you are aware of these 7 crucial FIFA 09 mistakes and will take the necessary steps to take your FIFA 09 skills and knowledge to the next level.
Tarik Pierce is an avid FIFA gamer who plays FIFA 09 with a passion. Improve your FIFA 09 skills and visit our website for more FIFA 09 Tips or read our FIFA 09 Blog for news and updates.
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