04/07/2025

How to stop dribblers in EA FC 25 - The ultimate defence guide

So_stoppst_du_Dribbler_in_EA_FC_25 Der ultimative Verteidigungs-Guide

In EA FC 25, quick and technically gifted dribblers can be a real headache. But with the right strategies, even 5-star skillers won’t stand a chance. In this guide, you'll learn how to control – and neutralize – the trickiest attackers using patience, smart positioning, and precise timing.

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Dribbling may be an art – but defending is just as demanding. Especially against skilled opponents, even a small mistake can get punished. Don’t worry: with the tips below, you’ll put an end to clueless defending and drive even top attackers to frustration.

1. Stay calm – don’t lose your head

Top dribblers rely on rapid direction changes, tight ball control, and explosive acceleration. Instead of diving in, stay composed. Keep about a meter of distance and use the L2/LT button to hold the jockey position. This gives you control and reaction time.
Important: Rely solely on the left stick. No sprinting, no rash tackles. Read the opponent’s play, slow it down – and force them into mistakes. That’s how you become an unbreakable wall.

2. Defending counters with confidence

During quick transitions, positioning is everything. Your top priority: get between the ball carrier and your goal. Once you’re in position, stay calm. No diving in – use L2/LT and the left stick again to mirror movements.

Mistakes usually come from impatience. So: observe rather than overreact. Wait for your opponent to push the ball too far – then strike.

3. Read the “setup” phase

Not every attack aims to score right away. Many players use setup phases to wait for support or a better opportunity. Your job: anticipate and cut off their options. Don’t just track the ball – also cover potential passing and shooting lanes.
This will force the opponent to play backwards or dribble into dead space – without you having to tackle at all.

4. Outsmart overloads

In situations like 2-vs-1 or 3-vs-2, things get tricky. That’s when positioning becomes key. Make the opponent think they have two options, while you subtly cover both. Sounds tough – but it’s a matter of practice.

Often, this forces them to go it alone – and that’s your moment. Once they commit to a direction, time your tackle or slide perfectly – and flip the momentum.

5. Timing is everything: When to actually tackle

The perfect moment to tackle is when your opponent starts an action – a shot, a pass, or a sprint dribble. During these animations, they’re vulnerable because they can’t react.

Use that chance: step directly into the ball’s path, hold your jockey stance – and when the ball pops out just slightly, go in with O/B. Missed the timing? No worries. Fall back, reset, and wait for the next opportunity.

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Defending in EA FC 25 is all about one thing: being smart, not reckless. With patience, positioning, and timing, even elite dribblers can be stopped. And who knows – maybe you’ll make them give up skilling altogether.

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