The release of FIFA 23 is edging closer, so, you'll need to know which buttons to press in order to control your players effectively.
We've gathered all the controls (Classic Configuration) you'll need to learn on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One in order to become a FIFA pro.
The list is vast, so be sure to master the basic controls before moving on to the more complex combinations.
Player Movement
Here you can get to grips with the very basics. Getting your players to move is probably the most important thing you can do.
Action | PlayStation | Xbox |
|---|---|---|
Move player | Move L stick | Move L stick |
Sprint | Hold R2 | Hold RT |
Change player (defence) | L1 | LB |
Change player (manual) | R stick | R stick |
Shield ball (attack)/jockey or grab & hold (defence)/ jockey (ball in air) | Hold L2 | Hold LT |
First touch/knock-on (with ball) | R2 + move R stick | RT + move R stick |
Stop and face goal (with ball) | L1 + no direction | LB + no direction |
Face up dribbling | L2 + R2 | LT + RT |
Stop ball | R2 + no direction | RT + no direction |
No touch feints | R1 + L | RB + L |
L2 / LT is often one of the most under-used controls and it can give you a real advantage when jostling for the ball or position.
Attacking
Mastering the attacking controls can give you an edge when it comes to finding that final pass and putting the ball in the back of the net.
Action | PlayStation | Xbox |
|---|---|---|
Ground pass/header | X | A |
Lob pass/cross/header | ▢ | X |
Through ball | △ | Y |
Shoot/volley/header | O | B |
Chip shot | L1 + O | LB + B |
Finesse shot | R1 + O | RB + B |
Low shot/downward header | L1 + R1 + O | LB + RB + B |
Fake shot/pass | O/X then X + L direction | B/X then A + L direction |
Threaded through ball | R1 + △ | RB + Y |
Chipped through ball | L1 + △ | LB + Y |
Threading a lofted ground through pass can confuse the defenders and ensure the ball is not intercepted.
Defending
Defending is not always easy on FIFA 23, so understanding the ins and outs can give you a boost.
Action | PlayStation | Xbox |
|---|---|---|
Tackle/push or pull (when chasing) | O | B |
Slide tackle | ▢ | X |
Quick get up (after slide tackle) | ▢ | X |
Clearance (with ball) | O | B |
Contain/press | Hold X | Hold A |
Teammate contain/press | Hold R1 | Hold RB |
Jockey | Hold L2 | Hold LT |
Running jockey | Hold both L2 + R2 | Hold both LT + RT |
Pull and hold (when chasing) | Press and hold O | Press and hold B |
Engage shielding opponent | L2 + L towards shielding dribbler | LT + L towards shielding dribbler |
Jockeying your opponent in 1v1 scenarios is essential in halting the opponent's attacks, even if you don't win the ball.
Goalkeeping
Over the past few years, we have seen more of an emphasis placed on goalkeepers being able to distribute the ball.
Action | PlayStation | Xbox |
|---|---|---|
Drop kick | O/▢ | B/X |
Throw/pass | X | A |
Drop ball | △ | Y |
Pick up ball | R1 | RB |
Driven throw | R1 + X | RB + A |
Driven kick | R1 + ▢ | RB + X |
Cross Interception | △ + △ (hold) | Y + Y (hold) |
Sending a driven kick can start your counterattack effectively by launching the ball into the opponent's half with one action.
Free Kicks
Free kicks are a leveller in football, no matter the situation of the game.
Action | PlayStation | Xbox |
|---|---|---|
Adjust run up | R stick | R stick |
Aim | L stick | L stick |
Select kick taker | Hold R2 | Hold RT |
Call 2nd kick taker | L2 | LT |
Call 3rd kick taker | R1 | RB |
2nd/3rd kick taker curled shot | L2/R1 + O | LT/RB + B |
2nd kick taker layoff pass | L2 + X | LT + A |
2nd kick taker layoff chip | L2 + ▢ | LT + X |
2nd/3rd kick taker run over ball | L2/R1 + O then X | LT/RB + B then A |
Ground pass | X | A |
Making the most of your chances to shoot can bag you those crucial goals in FIFA 23 Ultimate Team during competitive competitions like FUT Champs.
Penalties
It is seen as a crime to miss from 12 yards, so make sure you are converting your penalties.
Action | PlayStation | Xbox |
|---|---|---|
Aim | L stick | L stick |
Adjust run up | Move R stick | Move R stick |
Select kick taker | Hold R2 | Hold RT |
Shoot | O | B |
Stutter | L2 | LT |
Sprint | R2 | RT |
Apply shot power | Hold O | Hold B |
Finesse shot | R1 + O | RB +B |
Chip shot | L1 + O | LB + B |
Aim indicator on/off | D-pad up | D-pad up |
If you are really bold, you may dare to Panenka (chip shot) your opponent's 'keeper.
Corners
The back post cross became the norm last season with most of us countering it by moving the goalkeeper.
Action | PlayStation | Xbox |
|---|---|---|
Aim kick | L stick | L stick |
Lob cross | ▢ | X |
Pass | X | A |
Apply kick power | Hold ▢ | Hold X |
Aim indicator on/off | D-pad up | D-pad up |
Display corner tactics | D-pad down | D-pad down |
Run far post | D-pad down then up | D-pad down then up |
Edge of box run | D-pad down then right | D-pad down then right |
Crowd the goalkeepers | D-pad down then left | D-pad down then left |
Run near post | D-pad down then down | D-pad down then down |
New corner routines will no doubt emerge this year once players get used to the game mechanics.
Throw-ins
So basic, yet how many of us just throw the ball to the opposition in a hurry.
Action | PlayStation | Xbox |
|---|---|---|
Move along line | Move L stick | Move L stick |
Short throw in | X | A |
Short throw in (manual) | △ | Y |
Long throw in | ▢/press + hold X | X/press + hold A |
Fake throw | ▢ + X or X + ▢ | X then A or A then X |
Switch to receiver | R stick | R stick |
Take your time, control the receiver and secure possession.
Tactics
Quickly switching your tactics in-game can alter the pattern of play in your favour.
Action | PlayStation | Xbox |
|---|---|---|
Quick substitutes | Hold R2 then X | Hold RT then A |
Display attacking tactics | D-pad up | D-pad up |
Get in the box | D-pad up then up | D-pad up then up |
Attacking full backs | D-pad up then right | D-pad up then right |
Hug sideline | D-pad up then left | D-pad up then left |
Extra striker | D-pad up then down | D-pad up then down |
Display defending tactics | D-pad down | D-pad down |
Striker drop back | D-pad down then up | D-pad down then up |
Team press | D-pad down then right | D-pad down then right |
Overload ball side | D-pad down then left | D-pad down then left |
If you can get these switches nailed then your opponent doesn't stand a chance.
VOLTA (specifics)
Taunts, tricks, and tackles, VOLTA football really is all-action fun.
Action | PlayStation | Xbox |
|---|---|---|
Simple Skill Moves | L2 + R2 + L direction | LT + RT + L direction |
Simple Flicks | Click R3 + L Direction | Click right stick + L Direction |
Taunts | Stand by ball + L1 or R2 | Stand by ball + LB or RT |
Hard Tackle | ▢ | X |
There is nothing better than humiliating your mates, so make sure you know how to do it properly.