In FIFA 24, mastering the finishing meta is crucial to scoring more goals. With new gameplay features like precision shooting, understanding the optimal finishing techniques for different situations can take your game to the next level.
In this comprehensive tutorial, we’ll break down all the key finishing moves, when to use them, and how to perform them perfectly. Whether it’s finesse shots, power shots, chip shots, or outside foot shots, we’ve got you covered.
We’ll also reveal a secret finishing move that’s extremely effective this year. Let’s dive in and transform you into a clinical FIFA 24 finisher.
Understanding Precision Shooting
Before diving into finishing techniques, it’s important to understand precision shooting – a new shooting mechanic in FIFA 24.
With precision shooting, you have more control over shot direction. The left stick aim directly correlates to shot placement, rather than FIFA 23’s assisted shooting which auto-aimed shots somewhat.
This demands you precisely aim shots. The trade off is shots feel more powerful when perfectly aimed. Overall, precision shooting rewards skill and is ideal for advanced players.
To enable it, go to Game Settings > Shoot Assistance and set it to Precision rather than Assisted. Give it time in practice mode to get used to it. Precision shooting has a learning curve but pays off.
Should everyone use precision shooting? Not necessarily – assisted shooting is still viable. But precision shooting gives more control to improve finishing accuracy in FIFA 24.
Finesse Shots
The finesse shot is a key weapon in any FIFA player's arsenal. To perform a finesse, hold R1/RB when shooting to add curve and bend to the shot. Time them perfectly against the keeper's dive to squeeze shots in at the far post.
Mastering finesse shots is a must this year. Having a player with the Finesse Shot or Outside Foot Shot traits is extremely valuable this year for unlocking the full potential of curled shots.
When setting up a finesse, approach the ball at a 30-45 degree angle leading with your player's strong foot. This opens up the optimal finesse shooting lane. Apply about 2 bars of power in the box, and 3 bars from distance.
Using green timed finishing when finesse shooting can greatly boost shot power and accuracy. Practice makes perfect with timed finesses.
Overall, finesse shots remain extremely viable in FIFA 24. Don't neglect mastering them in your attacking arsenal.
Outside Foot Shots
When a defender blocks your striker's strong foot, outside foot shots are the way to go. Hold L2/LT when shooting to strike the ball with the outside of the foot.
This avoids using the weak foot and generates unexpected curve and power. Well-timed outside foot shots are just as useful as finesse shots this year.
To perform these properly, approach the ball at an angle leading with your weak foot, then tap L2/LT when shooting across the body with your strong foot's outer instep.
Aim slightly farther from the near post than a normal finesse and apply good power. Players with the Outside Foot Shot trait excel at these.
Practice outside foot shots against the AI to master technique and aiming. They offer a great unpredictable option when strong foot finesse shots aren't available.
Power Shots
When you need pure power to blast a shot past the keeper, go for a power shot. Hold L1/LB + R1/RB when shooting to unleash a thunderbolt.
Power shots require perfect aim – with assisted or precision shooting off, the left stick aim directly controls shot placement. Get it slightly wrong and you'll miss the net entirely.
Also, power shots have a longer preparation animation where the player winds up. Time them smartly when you have space.
Having the Power Shot trait shortens the wind up time significantly, making power shots rapid fire lasers.
Overall, power shots are useful for keeping keepers honest, but finesse and outside foot shots tend to be more accurate. Use power shots wisely in key situations when you need pure power. Mastering aim takes practice.
Chip Shots
Chip shots remain an option in FIFA 24, allowing you to dink the ball over a charging keeper. Hold L1/LB when shooting to chip the ball.
However, chip shots are extremely situational this year. Only use them when the keeper is very clearly committed to charging off his line. If he hesitates, chips often go over the bar.
To perform a chip shot, get an angle on net leading with your strong foot. As soon as the keeper charges, tap L1/LB while shooting to delicately lift the ball over him into the net.
Time them perfectly when the keeper is beyond the penalty spot and can't recover. Chip shots take practice, but offer a flashy way to punish keepers who stray too far from goal.
Secret Weapon: Near Post Shots
Here's a secret weapon that's extremely effective in FIFA 24 – near post power shots. These low driven strikes aimed at the near post frequently beat goalkeepers, even from tight angles.
Even if it seems like an impossible angle, blast a power shot towards the near post. The velocity and awkward trajectory seems to catch keepers off guard in FIFA 24.
To nail these, get to the goal line on a slight angle and smash a power shot aimed at the near side netting. Add green timed finishing for even better results.
Players instinctively try to protect the far post, leaving the near post exposed. Take advantage with some near post power shots for consistent results. This is my go-to finishing move this year.
Timed Finishing
Timed finishing remains in FIFA 24, allowing you to double tap shoot for a boost in shot power and accuracy. High risk, high reward.
Time your second tap as the player strikes the ball. Green means timed perfectly for a shot boost. Gray or red means mistimed.
All the finishing moves above like finesse shots and power shots are improved with timed finishing. Go into Practice Mode and work on timing for best results.
Timed shots feel extremely satisfying when executed perfectly. They can turn difficult chances into goals. Mastering timed finishing is well worth the practice.
Summary
Let's recap the key finishing techniques:
- Finesse shots – Ideal for bending shots from angles
- Outside foot shots – Useful when strong foot is blocked
- Power shots – Generate maximum power when you need it
- Chip shots – Lob keeper when they're off their line
- Near post shots – Smash near post as keepers cover far side
- Timed finishing – Double tap shooting for timed shot boost
Work on mastering these shooting techniques in FIFA 24 based on each situation and you'll notice your finishing and scoring improve dramatically. Time to start putting more chances away!
Practice makes perfect
Here are some tips to practice FIFA 24 finishing:
- Drills in Practice Arena – Repeated shooting drills to master technique
- Skill Games – Fun games working on finishing fundamentals
- Squad Battles – Low-pressure games to work on different shot types
- Online Friendlies – Co-op to try finishing moves in real gameplay
- FUT Champs/Rivals – Go-to moves will become instinctual with practice
Start with the basics in the Practice Arena. As you improve, test yourself in online games. Repetition develops finishing muscle memory. Don't get discouraged – it takes time to master, but pays off!
Custom Tactics To Enhance Finishing
Dial in these custom tactics to generate more scoring chances and boost finishing:
- Fast Build Up or Long Ball in Chance Creation – Push more players forward faster
- Higher width in Chance Creation – Stretches defense for open angles
- Players in Box: 6-8 – Get strikers and mids into scoring position
- Corners/Free Kicks: 3-4 – Flood the box for rebound chances
- Strikers on Get In Behind – Make runs for through balls
The key is involving more players in the attack to overwhelm defenses. This opens up more chances to unleash your new finishing skills.
Top Strikers For Clinical Finishing
These strikers have the ideal stats and traits for lethal finishing:
- Kylian Mbappé – Finesse Shot, Outside Foot Shot, 5* Skills
- Erling Haaland – Power Shot, Finesse Shot, 5* Weak Foot
- Karim Benzema – 5* Weak Foot, 4* Skills, Composure
- Harry Kane – Power Shot, Vision to set up chances
- Neymar Jr. – 5* Skills, Flair Trait, 4* Weak Foot
Strikers like Mbappé, Haaland, and Benzema check all the boxes for meta finishing techniques. Surround them with pacey wingers and a creative CAM.
Sharpening your finishing moves is a crucial FIFA skill. Master near post power shots, finesse shots, outside foot shots and more using our guide.
Drill the techniques in practice mode until they become instinctual online.
Remember to enable precision shooting for more shooting control. Set up tactics to feed your strikers. Upgrade to players like Mbappe with key finishing traits.
Follow these tips and transform into a FIFA 24 scoring machine. Let us know if you have any more questions! Now it's time to dominate online in FUT Champs and Rivals.
