TEAM PLAY
See here for a list of team moves executed in tandem with teammates such as off the ball movements and multiple pressure.
CONTROLS WHEN IN POSSESSION
PASS & MOVE
Press 
just as the player is about to pass the ball if you want him to start a run as soon as he gets rid of the ball.
| PASS & MOVE | Pass + |
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1-2 PASS
Hold 
as you play a low pass. Press 
as the ball receiver receives the pass to get him to play a quick return ball. It is an effective way to lose your marker.
| 1-2 PASS | +  → |
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| CHIPPED 1-2 PASS | + → + |
TEAMMATE CONTROLS (ASSISTED)
Press , then push 
towards a player of your choice. Release to make him go on a straight run.
| TEAMMATE CONTROLS (ASSISTED) | + |
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TEAMMATE CONTROLS (MANUAL)
Hold , then push then release . Keep holding , then push again to control the direction of the run your teammate makes.
| TEAMMATE CONTROLS (MANUAL) | + → |
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A player who is low on stamina will stop running even when you try to execute "Teammate Controls". However, this does not apply to players who possess the "Tenacity" skill.
CONTROLS WHEN OUT OF POSSESSION
CALL FOR PRESSURE
The COM controlled teammate who the Next Player Indicator is on will apply pressure.
| CALL FOR PRESSURE | Hold  |
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CALL FOR PRESSURE IN NUMBERS
Press twice, then continue to hold the button to get 2 to 3 players to apply pressure on your opponent. While it is a very effective way to win the ball, it can potentially lead to large spaces opening up for your opponent to exploit.
| CALL FOR PRESSURE IN NUMBERS | ×2 (Then Hold) |
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DEFENSIVE LINE CONTROL
Push the defensive line further upfield or pull it back deeper as you see fit. Controls may change depending on the camera angle.
| DEFENSIVE LINE CONTROL | Hold the Right or Left Directional Buttons. |
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OFFSIDE TRAP
Push the defensive line further up field for a short time. Note, controls may change depending on side / camera angle.
| OFFSIDE TRAP | Right button×2 |
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- Goal Celebration
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After scoring a goal, you can control your player using
and perform a goal celebration by pressing a button. Take some players to a specific place on the pitch, and they'll perform their patented celebration. In CO-OP modes, there are unique celebrations to be performed together with other users, so plan accordingly and enjoy the show.
During online competitive matches, you are allowed to perform one unskippable goal celebration per match.