Through Balls & When To Use Them
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If you want to master through balls in FC, it's essential to understand their manual nature. Through balls, executed with Triangle (or Y on Xbox), aim to send the ball into space for a teammate to run onto—not directly to their feet. This makes them highly effective in the final third, especially down the wings or during counterattacks. Avoid using through balls in crowded areas or defensively, as they rely heavily on space and timing. Unlike ground passes, through balls have no aim assist, so wherever you point the left analog stick is where the ball will go. Practicing in the training mode is vital to perfect the timing, aim, and power needed to place the ball in front of your player while avoiding defenders.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction: Overview of through balls and their purpose in FC gameplay.
0:27 - Situational Use: Where and when through balls work best (final third or wings).
0:51 - Key Mechanic: Through balls aim into space, not directly to a player.
1:35 - Common Mistakes: Misusing through balls in crowded areas or with incorrect timing.
2:20 - Manual Mechanics: How through balls differ from ground passes and the importance of manual aim.
3:15 - Power and Accuracy: The importance of adjusting power and practicing in training mode.
4:05 - Timing Runs: Using L1 (LB on Xbox) to trigger runs and execute through balls effectively.
5:20 - Decision Making: Waiting for defenders to overcommit before sending a through ball.
6:40 - Practical Example: How to aim with the left analog stick to place the ball in open space.
8:30 - Defensive Considerations: Understanding when not to attempt a through ball.
