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Shooting

This is one of the most dynamic aspects of the game, and understanding how it works in FIFA 09 can determine just how much success you will have.

Many factors determine the accuracy of the shot such as player momentum, speed, rating, and of course how far you power up the shot meter.

In the "Shot Power/Elevation Chart," you can clearly see there is a direct correlation between shot speed and ball elevation based just on the how much you power up the shot meter. Also keep in mind that your player's accuracy is greatly diminished if he is on a full sprint while shooting, as well as his lateral momentum at the time.

A really good tip here is to let go of the sprint button, control your pace to gain composure, get the ball on your player's preferred foot, and then let it rip. This is not always possible and sometimes you just have to wing it!

However, this would be a good place to also use the various "Face the Goal" options mentioned in the dribbling section. The shot can be very frustrating if not practiced, so take some time in the arena to get it down from various locations. When you get comfortable with it, you can create some great highlight reels.

One tip that works very well if your player is right footed, is to head directly at the goal about 5 yards off of dead center and as soon as you see the keeper, start to move left. Flick the left stick and just barely tap the shot button, and sit back and watch the ball rip into the opposite side netting for a goalaso! Obviously, the opposite movement should be done if your player's favoured foot is left.

(cortesia sweetpatch)