Ultimate FIFA 22 passing & crossing guide for new controls, tactics

EA SPORTS have changed the way passes and crosses work in FIFA 22, meaning there are new ways to incorporate them into build-up and chance creation. Let’s take a look at everything we know so far.

FIFA 22 has a whole bunch ofnew gameplay changesthat players can look forward to. In addition to what we saw in the official gameplay trailer, EA SPORTSdropped some extra detailson how passes and crosses have been improved in the latest iteration of the game. In this guide, we’ll take a look at what those changes are, before diving into some basic controls (which haven’t changed much from previous titles) so that you can take full advantage of them and become a maestro on the pitch.

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FIFA 22 passing changes and improvements

EA SPORTS have madeGround Passes, Lob Passes, and Lobbed Through Passes more adaptable in FIFA 22.

They will now better account for what’s happening in the play, including the positioning of teammates and opposition players, spacing, and more.

Ultimate FIFA 22 passing & crossing guide for new controls, tactics

Here are some of the key improvements:

FIFA 22 passing and crossing controls

The passing and crossing controls aren’t too different in FIFA 22. There are 17 different combinations in total.

They include everything from basic Ground Passes and Crosses to more complex maneuvers like Driven Lobbed Through Passes, Whipped Crosses, and more. Here’s a list of them all:

Ultimate FIFA 22 passing & crossing guide for new controls, tactics

How to master FIFA 22 passing & crossing

Of course, knowing the buttons isn’t enough to master passes and crosses in FIFA 22. You’ll need to know when to do combinations, too, which all depends on the situation at hand. Don’t stress, though. We’ve got you covered with some tips. The ground pass is the most versatile one. But there will be times where some of the other passes can be more effective. For example, a lobbed pass is great when an opponent is blocking the way, a driven ground pass is useful to send the ball hard and fast over a longer distance, and a lofted pass is somewhere in between. These modifiers can be applied to crosses, too. The whipped cross, inspired by Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold, makes it easier for players to get their head on the ball by causing it to dip and slow down right before contact.

Last but not least, the creative runs command is a fantastic way to get more control over your teammates off the ball before releasing a pass. you’re able to tell them exactly where to go, and time the pass so it flies into space they’re running into.

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