In FC 26. when it is tough to beat the keeper head-on, try using a Finesse Shot. You trade some shot power for a crazy angle, curving the ball through the air so the keeper can barely touch it.
FC 26 Finesse Shot Controls Guide
| Technique Type | PS | Xbox | PC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Finesse Shot | Hold R1+O | Hold RB+B | Hold Z+D |
| Low Driven Finesse Shot | HoldR1+Double-tapO | HoldRB+Double-tapB | HoldZ+Double-tapD |
| Green Timed Finesse Shot | Hold R1 + O to power up, then press O | Hold RB + B to power up, then press B | HoldZ+Dto power up, then pressD |
When is the best time to use a Finesse Shot?
It depends on the type of shot. Here is the breakdown:
- Standard Finesse Shot: Around a 45 degree angle at the edge of the box.
- Low Driven Finesse Shot: In a 1v1 with the keeper inside the box, or from tight angles.
- Green Timed Finesse Shot: When defenders are right on you and space is super tight, but you have to shoot.
Finesse Shot Core Tips
Finesse Shots in FC 26 heavily rely on player PlayStyles. Players with the Finesse Shot PlayStyle are way more accurate. If they have the gold one, it adds even more curve and speed, making goals way easier.
Also, Finesse Shots take real skill and fast fingers, so it is easy to mess up if you lose focus. To actually get good and make it work in real matches, you need to use players with these PlayStyles and put in a ton of practice time.
Which players are best for Finesse Shots?
When picking players, do not just look at their OVR. Focus on PlayStyle, Weak Foot, and Curve.
- PlayStyle: Finesse Shot or Finesse Shot+
- Weak Foot: 4 or 5 star
- Curve: 85+ , and the higher the Long Shots and Finishing stats, the better.
These players are great for practicing Finesse Shots:
- Mohamed Salah
- Harry Kane
- Lionel Messi
- Lamine Yamal
- Bruno Fernandes
- Kylian Mbappé
- Vini Jr.
- Alexia Putellas
- Caroline Graham Hansen
- Pelé
- Ginola
- Del Piero
