Here is the finishing tutorial, for which I use to create the angles for consistency to create a goal scoring opportunity, I mentioned a few techniques, what I do, what type of shots I use and also go over the stats again, if you want to immediately skip towards the gameplay example I suggest skipping to 18:30.
Hi guys, new update out on PC, not sure when out on PS4, so I thought I will release a video today on shooting as many people are asking, this will remained unaffected (just what I go through on the video will not effected by the next upcoming patch)
Shooting tutorial will be uploaded to ensure you can shoot a goal,
in next few days first touches in box / fake shots how to beat your opponent will be coming this week!
Part 1 here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/gameplay-example-32641174
Note this is not part of the FIFA School series, but I know some of you wanted me to talk over my gameplay to see my thinking, so this kind of goes through it!
2020-01-13 21:10:17 +0000 UTC View Post
This is the walkthrough for triggering player runs manually using L1/LB to do so. In this video, we go through multiple examples, when to use it, how it works, how to trigger multiple players, the cons, the decoy & deception of triggering runs, how it effects opponents defenders and creates space is all in this video. I spent a long time going over the footage for this walkthrough, typically speaking its just over 30 minutes, but in this one, it ended up being an hour and a half! I just w...
2020-01-09 14:05:42 +0000 UTC View Post
FIFA ACADEMY - EPISODE 1 - DEFENDING
Here are some of the clips that you guys send me, if you sent me more than one, I probably went through all your clips but since the defending issues were the same, I didnt go over them again. But these are just some examples of your clips, just a massive thank you again for submitting your clips, only on this occasion I have made this publicly available on youtube nealguides2 for this episode only, but do not worry, they cannot see any of FIFA scho...
FIFA School - Episode 11 - Triggering Player Runs
In this video I go over how to trigger players to make runs in-behind when you have the ball. Have you ever had a situation where you are attacking or have possession of the ball and your players are simply not running forward. Well you can force players to make runs in-behind use the L1/LB Button, this is just the basics, please refer to the walkthrough for some more elaborate examples of how it works and how to use it in-game in di...
Gameplay Example - Thinking/Mindset (Attacking Preliminary) Walkthrough - Part 1
Merry Chrimstas & Happy Holidays to you all, here is just an example or a preliminary video to the attacking tutorials coming, I thought it might be wise to go over some basic defending questions some of you had in regards to whom to defend with, when your opponent has the ball, I also go over some basics movement, and what the thinking is inside my head just to give you a brief understandin...
2019-12-27 00:14:40 +0000 UTC View PostHey guys quick update,
FIFA ACADEMY, please send me your clips when you have time, I have a few of your defensive clips but as a reminder you can keep sending these in, it will be beneficial for us all, you can send me a link via youtube or watch the tutorial where I explain how to upload it!
FIFA SCHOOL ATTACKING TUTORIALS, so the main nitty-gritty, I know you guys wanted me to get to this ASAP, I think I went over the "basics" of defending, we can go over the most over complica...
PLEASE NOTE: In some of the clips, you will see when I am defending and I execute a Standing Tackle, the controller appears to be pressing [A on XBOX] and [X on PS4]. This is however a VISUAL GLITCH, the actual combination I am pressing for a Standing Tackle is [B for XBOX] or [Circle for PS4]. This is ONLY for the situation where I am performing a standing tackle, the rest of the controls are same as yours (classic), so its just whenever you see me DEFENDING and you see me perform a St...
2019-12-19 12:14:01 +0000 UTC View PostI just wanted to notify you all how to upload your videos clips for me to analyse for FIFA Academy.
Did you ever have a moment where you thought you did the correct thing, but you wanted a second opinion? Did you ever have a situation where you defending it really well and wanted to share it? Have you had a situation where you just didnt know what do to in the game or thought there is "nothing I can do about that"?
Well that's the whole idea of FIFA Academy, taking the format ...
2019-12-17 12:55:02 +0000 UTC View Post
PLEASE NOTE: In some of the clips, you will see when I am defending and I execute a Standing Tackle, the controller appears to be pressing [A on XBOX] and [X on PS4]. This is however a VISUAL GLITCH, the actual combination I am pressing for a Standing Tackle is [B for XBOX] or [Circle for PS4]. This is ONLY for the situation where I am performing a standing tackle, the rest of the controls are same as yours (classic), so its just whenever you see me DEFENDING and you see me perform a St...
2019-12-14 23:47:02 +0000 UTC View Post
In today video we are going to go over cutting the passing lanes, explaining to you how I do it and when I do it. I would please kindly see the walkthrough, as it will contain more elaborate examples explaining what goes through my head and my reasoning, but this will explain how and when I use it. The key is cutting the passing lanes when you are in a defensive phase, when you are too far away to tackle the ball, and you can position yourself to almost limit your opponent options to pass.
Walkthrough for Slide Tackling explaining situations where I used them and how I use them, I go over some examples and briefly explain why I prioritise pace over most stats for defenders. We go over some of the multiple examples, some that we saw in the previous episode where I explain slide tackling and with live annotations, I explain what is currently going on in my head and my thinking process, in a lot of this scenarios the slide tackle gives me the extra reach to get the ball in which m...
2019-12-11 04:04:11 +0000 UTC View Post
In Episode 9, we go over slide tackling and its use in the game, and its effectiveness to win the ball from angles which a normal tackle may not be able to reach. It also adds the element of your play to defend different, sliding into passing lanes, blocking shots and even sliding to create an almost barrier against your opponent forcing them away from a vital position. I explain you how to use a slide tackle and some of the main controls.
I would strongly recommend you watch the next ...
PLEASE NOTE: In some of the clips, you will see when I am defending and I execute a Standing Tackle, the controller appears to be pressing [A on XBOX] and [X on PS4]. This is however a VISUAL GLITCH, the actual combination I am pressing for a Standing Tackle is [B for XBOX] or [Circle for PS4]. This is ONLY for the situation where I am performing a standing tackle, the rest of the controls are same as yours (classic), so its just whenever you see me DEFENDING and you see me perform a St...
2019-12-04 21:43:37 +0000 UTC View Post
Please note this video has been updated and re uploaded.
PLEASE NOTE: In some of the clips, you will see when I am defending and I execute a Standing Tackle, the controller appears to be pressing [A on XBOX] and [X on PS4]. This is however a VISUAL GLITCH, the actual combination I am pressing for a Standing Tackle is [B for XBOX] or [Circle for PS4]. This is ONLY for the situation where I am performing a standing tackle, the rest of the controls are same as yours (classic), so its just whe...
FIFA School - Episode 7 - Jockeying Movement/Positioning
In Episode 7, I explain why its important to consider which players your opponent is using. The initial screen you can gather a lot of information about you opponents in particular to which direction they will mostly commit to.
The idea is just to get a basic understand of how I defend and my specific movements, and why positioning is important, always take into account which player your opponent has s...
2019-12-02 21:18:03 +0000 UTC View Post
FIFA School: Episode 6 - Jockeying Comparison
So the new patch has just been released as of 27/11/2019 on both XBOX/PS4. So I have tested the patch and where I think the dynamics are the same, certain aspects favor running jockey. The footage has all been recorded post patch to keep it as accurate and relevant.
In Episode 6 we go over the main defensive core for sole defending Jockeying. As I said earlier you want to you never use that contain button, ...
FIFA School: Episode 5 - Players Stats (in-game) Explained
So the new patch has just been released as of 27/11/2019 on both XBOX/PS4. So I will have to test the patch and update the videos as you can argue the way you defend now is a bit different, as there are more angles available to score inside the box etc.
FIFA School: Episode 5 - Players Stats (in-game) Explained. As the patch has notable changed anything from the stats side, I haven't added anything additional to...
2019-11-27 11:27:51 +0000 UTC View Post
FIFA School: Episode 4 - Camera Settings/Angles (Comparison) If you have any questions please comment below or message me in the VIP Discord Chat.
In Episode 4 we go over the different camera angles and their pros/con with visual annotations, showing you the difference between each camera angles and comparisons. I also explain why co-op is the best camera angle and the most advantageous.
You will also learn what influences camera angles, and specific settings you can ...
So hey guys after listening to all your feedback and opinions I have decided that I will introduce the basics of football gameplay first. Originally I wanted to go through everything systematically, and in the next day or so I will release the camera angle types and we will move straight onto gameplay.
I was going to over ultimate team first, formations/tactics/how chemistry works instead of going through that before gameplay. I will skip that temporarily and go to basics of football i...
FIFA School: Episode 3 - Controller Settings If you have any questions write them down below or even message me on the discord chat.
In Episode 3 we go over some of the controller settings in this episode and I explain and visually show you examples of what specific settings do. Do you know why I use ball relative over player relative for more consistent player switching? How analog sprint actually works? I explain everything with some clear examples so you can see.
FIFA School: Episode 2 - Game Settings
If you have any questions write them down below or even message me on the discord chat.
In Episode 2 we go over some of the key game settings that can if used correctly can change your game. We briefly explore the different types of indicators and why some are beneficial. We also mention the Radar which is important to know now as this will influence how you view/use future tutorials.
As a reminder, if you are to upload any video clips to any p...
FIFA School: Episode 1 - General Settings
If you have any questions write them down below or even message me on the discord chat.
I want to get through these basic videos ASAP but the most basic one cannot be missed, so expect a in-game settings video tomorrow or the day-after, so in a few days time we can fast forward to the actual main stuff! I made this also in the recent light of the bad gameplay in weekend leagues also, so do check.
Next Video: EP.2 - Game Settings
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Hey Guys, so for those that are new or wondering, Patreon is a platform where you guys can help support your favourite content creators. As I am doing this full time, I just wanted to give something back for those that want to support me, and I thought FIFA school is probably its best form!
FIFA School - Videos will be uploaded frequently everything from as basic as setting up your TV to the most elaborate attacking scenarios and complex movement! All the videos will be posted here on P...
2019-11-01 18:21:12 +0000 UTC View PostHi guys, just quick update, I know there is only a few of you at the moment, but FIFA school is just about to start (next week videos will start coming out), I had to re-make the video as the latest patch greatly influenced some of the videos, and I did not want to release incorrect information and therefore I made the videos again. Its time to learn everything from defending, how to defend set pieces, how to expose your opponents. Everything will be here. Lets get you your FIFA education. 2019-10-22 23:29:31 +0000 UTC View Post