Why is the game so challenging this year?
I’ve been playing every year since FIFA 14, and I consider myself an above-average player, usually hovering around Division 2 or 3 and securing 13-14 wins in the Weekend League.
However, this year, my brain just can’t seem to grasp the game. I’m struggling to break out of Division 6, currently sitting at 3-11 in the Weekend League and consistently losing games by substantial margins.
I feel like there’s something I’m missing with this game. Opponents effortlessly dribble around me, and when I attempt left stick dribbling, my players seem to move much slower than my opponents and lose the ball immediately. I understand the basics—making runs, calling players towards the ball—to beat the press, but I can barely get the ball out of my own half. Every bounce seems to go against me.
The game just isn’t enjoyable anymore. I don’t feel competitive in any match. While I acknowledge it’s probably a bit more realistic than the older FIFA versions, I miss how the game used to be. Is anyone else experiencing a similar issue this year, or am I just terrible now?
It seems like you’re dealing with delay. The game is running faster for your opponents than for you.
What’s peculiar is that it’s consistently one-sided delay. I can tell when I don’t have delay and my opponent does. My team presses and cuts off passing lanes when I’m just on Balanced. My AI players work hard without suffering stamina loss.
In moments without delay, my Okocha can dribble past five players, execute a rainbow flick, and score top corner when I have a significant advantage.
On the flip side, this week in the Weekend League, I’ve experienced delay and erratic matchmaking all weekend. My players struggle to defend, release opponents, and don’t press even when I switch to Constant Pressure.
Moreover, my attackers are consistently covered by defenders, regardless of my formation.
I’ve rarely encountered a Weekend League where the entire weekend felt like this. But every single night, it’s the same struggle.
I’ve never said I’m done with a FIFA title before, as I knew there would be periods of enjoyment again. However, with this one, I’m getting close to giving up on it entirely.
By the way, anyone help me? Give me some FC 24 Coins skills & guides, thank you.