EA Sports FC 24
EA Sports FC 24

Timed Finishing Guide

Score more with FC 24 Timed Finishing. Learn the mechanics, timing, and benefits of this advanced shooting technique. Practice to master green timed shots.

3.13. Timed Finishing Guide

Timed Finishing is a high-risk, high-reward shooting mechanic in EA Sports FC 24 that can sificantly increase your goal-scoring potential when executed correctly. This guide explains how to perform timed finishes, the benefits they offer, and the practice required to master this advanced technique.

Timed Finishing adds an extra layer of skill to shooting. By pressing the shoot button a second time at the precise moment your player's foot makes contact with the ball, you can trigger a 'timed finish'. A successful timed finish provides a boost to shot accuracy and power, making it more likely to beat the goalkeeper.

  • Two-Stage Shot: The mechanic involves two presses of the shoot button.
  • Visual Cues: A coloured indicator above your player's head sals the timing. Green is perfect, yellow is good, and red is too early or too late.
  • Benefits: Increased shot power, accuracy, and a more unpredictable trajectory for the goalkeeper.
  • Risks: A mistimed finish can result in a poor shot, a miss, or even a foul.

Here's how to master Timed Finishing:

  1. Enable Timed Finishing: Ensure 'Timed Finishing' is enabled in your game settings.
  2. The Mechanic:
    • First Press: Press the shoot button (Circle/B) to initiate the shot.
    • Second Press: As your player's kicking leg is about to connect with the ball, press the shoot button again.
  3. Visual Indicators:
    • Green: A perfectly timed shot. This is what you aim for.
    • Yellow: A good timed shot. Still beneficial, but not as potent as green.
    • Red: A mistimed shot. This will likely result in a poor shot.
  4. Practice is Key: Timed Finishing requires sificant practice. Spend time in the Training Arena or playing practice matches to get a feel for the timing.
  5. Player Attributes: Players with higher Finishing, Shot Power, and Composure stats will benefit more from Timed Finishing.
  6. When to Use It:
    • One-on-One Situations: Against a goalkeeper, a well-timed shot can be unstoppable.
    • Outside the Box: Finesse shots or power shots from the edge of the area can be deadly when timed correctly.
    • Volleys and Half-Volleys: These types of shots are particularly effective with Timed Finishing.
  7. Don't Overuse It: While powerful, Timed Finishing is not always necessary. Sometimes, a simple, well-placed shot is more effective and less risky.
  8. Focus on One Type of Shot: Start by mastering Timed Finishing on one type of shot, such as a regular power shot or a finesse shot, before trying to incorporate it into all your shooting.
  9. Observe Your Player: Pay close attention to your player's animations. The timing of the second press is dictated by their kicking motion.

Mastering Timed Finishing can elevate your goal-scoring ability in EA Sports FC 24, turning difficult chances into goals and making you a more clinical finisher.