How to Do Bicycle Kicks in EA Sports FC 24

by Fernando Diaz / Articles, EA Sports FC 24 / 08 Mar 2023

Hey EA FC Fans!! If you’re vibin’ with FC 24 and are all about those sick, show-stopping moves on the virtual pitch, then you’ve gotta master the art of the bicycle kick. Yeah, you read that right, the bicycle kick—arguably the most eye-popping, crowd-roaring, “did they just do that??” move in the entire soccer world. If you’re wondering who pulls this move off frequently, think legends like Cristiano Ronaldo, Zlatan Ibrahimović, and our homeboy from way back, Wayne Rooney. These dudes make the impossible look easy…

Now, onto the deets.

What is a Bicycle Kick??

First off, let’s rap about what the Bicycle Kick really is. It’s that sick move where a player, while airborne, flings themselves backwards to kick the ball overhead, essentially riding the air like they on a bike. Sounds wild, right? It’s not just for show though – this move can legit catch keepers off guard and give you a killer highlight reel.

How to Execute a Bicycle Kick in FC 24

Set up the Ball

First thing’s first, you’ve gotta get that ball soaring in the air, man. Use a high, loopy pass to send the ball towards the player you wanna make the star of your next viral clip. If you’re on PlayStation, you’re holding down L1 and then tapping Square. On Xbox? Hold LB then tap X. This will get the ball to your striker with a height that gives them time to set up for the kick.

Positioning is Key

Your player’s gotta have their back to the goal. This ain’t just a fancy move, it’s a strategic one. You wanna catch the opposition off-guard…

The Magic Combo

Once you’ve got the set-up on lock, it’s time for the big show. Hold L2 and then hit Circle if you’re on PlayStation, or LT and then B on Xbox. This triggers what’s known as “flair,” so your player’s gonna go all out to give you that breathtaking bicycle kick you’re after.

Pro Tips and Tricks

Choose the Right Player

Not all players are created equal, especially when it comes to flair moves. Choose someone with a high skill level in flair shots for maximum impact. No use trying to do this with some newbie; you need an absolute unit to make this work.

Power Bars Matter

When you’re setting up that initial pass, aim for about 2 or 2.5 bars of power. Too much juice, and you’re sending that ball into orbit. Too little, and you’re setting up for a sad, limp attempt that’ll make you the laughing stock of the FC 24 community.

Be Mindful of Defenders

Look, even if you do everything right, a defender can mess up your day real quick. Make sure your bicycle-kick hero doesn’t have any defenders around him; otherwise, they might just head the ball away, ruining your shot at glory…

Cross vs Through Ball

While it’s true that you can try a bicycle kick from any high ball, a gentle through ball is often a better set-up than a hard cross. Your odds of nailing it are much higher, so choose your set-up wisely.

Avoid Corners

Yeah, I know, a bicycle kick from a corner sounds epic. But the reality is, corners are unpredictable and generally not your friend in FC 24. Unless you’ve got your set plays down to a science, maybe save the bicycle kicks for open play.

Fernando Diaz

Fernando is doing what he always did, sharing his honest opinions about games whenever he can. The difference is now he is writing and not talking about it.
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