EA Sports FC 27 Guide | How to Perform All Skill Moves

Here's a guide on how to perform all skill moves in EA Sports FC 27.

Game Guide by Navid Kabbo on Sep 20, 2026

Skill moves are one of the best ways to beat defenders in EA SPORTS FC 27. Whether you're playing Ultimate Team, Career Mode, Clubs, or Kick-Off, learning the right dribbling techniques can help you create space, beat defenders, and generate more scoring opportunities.

FC 27 keeps the familiar one-to-five-star Skill Moves system while adding several new techniques and making changes to some existing moves. From simple Ball Rolls and Stepovers to advanced five-star moves such as the Elastico, there are plenty of ways to improve your attacking game.

In this guide, you'll learn how the FC 27 Skill Moves system works, how to perform some of the most useful tricks, which new moves were added, and when you should use them during a match.

What are Skill Moves in FC 27?

Skill moves are special dribbling techniques performed primarily with your controller's Right Stick (RS). These moves allow players to change direction, create separation from defenders, protect the ball, and open up new passing or shooting angles.

Every player in FC 27 has a Skill Moves Star Rating between 1 and 5. This rating determines which moves they can perform during a match. Players with higher ratings have access to more advanced techniques, making five-star attackers particularly dangerous in one-on-one situations.

1-Star Players: Basic skill moves
2-Star Players: Simple dribbling techniques
3-Star Players: Intermediate skill moves
4-Star Players: Advanced attacking skills
5-Star Players: The complete standard Skill Moves set

Most Skill Moves use the Right Stick, but some require modifier buttons such as L1/LB, L2/LT, or R1/RB. Remember that Right Stick directions are relative to the direction your player is facing.

When building your squad, checking a player's Skill Moves rating is especially important if you rely on dribbling and one-on-one attacks.

New Skill Moves in FC 27

EA SPORTS has added several new Skill Moves to FC 27, giving attackers more ways to change direction and create space. Several of the new techniques are designed around quick changes of direction, first touches, and creating separation from defenders.

Stop and Go (2-Star)

PlayStation / Xbox

Hold L2/LT
Flick the Right Stick Down
Flick the Right Stick Up

The Stop and Go creates a brief change of movement before your player accelerates away. It is particularly useful when a defender is matching your movement closely.

Drag to Drag (2-Star)

PlayStation / Xbox

Hold L2/LT
Perform the required Right Stick drag movement

The Drag to Drag gives you another way to manipulate the ball while standing or moving slowly. Use it when you want to make a defender hesitate before changing direction.

Foot to Foot (3-Star)

PlayStation / Xbox

Hold L2/LT
Perform the Fake Shot input
Move the Left Stick forward

Foot to Foot is designed for quick adjustments in tight areas. It can be useful near the penalty box when you need to move the ball away from a defender without taking a large touch.

Lateral Heel to Heel (3-Star)

PlayStation / Xbox

Hold L1/LB
Flick the Right Stick left, then right
Or flick the Right Stick right, then left

Unlike the traditional Heel to Heel Flick, this variation moves the ball laterally. It can be particularly useful when cutting inside from the wing or trying to open a shooting angle.

Drag Turn (4-Star)

PlayStation / Xbox

Flick the Right Stick Down
Flick the Right Stick Left or Right

The Drag Turn gives you a quick way to change direction and escape pressure. It works well when a defender is approaching from the front, and you need to turn into open space.

Standing Scoop Turn (4-Star)

PlayStation / Xbox

Perform a Fake Shot
Move the Left Stick in the desired direction

The Standing Scoop Turn allows your player to quickly move the ball while stationary. It is useful around defenders when there isn't enough room to perform a larger skill move.

Flair Roulette (4-Star)

PlayStation / Xbox

Hold L1/LB
Rotate the Right Stick

The Flair Roulette adds a more technical variation to the traditional Roulette. It can help you turn away from pressure while keeping the ball close to your player.

Four Touch Skill (4-Star)

PlayStation / Xbox

Hold L2/LT
Perform the required Right Stick combination

The Four Touch Skill gives you a more controlled way to manipulate the ball before changing direction. It can be useful when you're looking to create a small amount of space against a nearby defender.

Skilled Bridge (4-Star)

PlayStation / Xbox

Hold L2/LT
Perform the required Right Stick direction

The Skilled Bridge allows you to push the ball into space while using your player's movement to get around a defender. It works best when you have enough room to accelerate afterward.

First Time Spin (4-Star)

PlayStation / Xbox

Hold L1/LB + R1/RB

The First Time Spin is performed when receiving the ball and can allow your player to turn quickly before the defender has time to react. It is especially useful when receiving passes with a defender immediately behind you.

Alternate Elastico Chop (5-Star)

PlayStation

Hold L2 + R1
Flick the Right Stick Down
Flick the Right Stick Left or Right

Xbox

Hold LT + RB
Flick the Right Stick Down
Flick the Right Stick Left or Right

The Alternate Elastico Chop gives five-star players another way to perform a sharp change of direction. It can be effective near the edge of the box when you need to create space for a shot.

Running Fake Drag (5-Star)

PlayStation

Hold L2
Perform a Fake Shot
Move the Left Stick Forward

Xbox

Hold LT
Perform a Fake Shot
Move the Left Stick Forward

The Running Fake Drag combines a fake-shot movement with a change of direction while running. It is useful for attackers who want to disrupt a defender's positioning without completely stopping their run.

FC 27 also retains many familiar skill moves from previous games, so you don't have to relearn the entire system. Most of the established inputs remain familiar, while the new techniques give experienced players additional options.

Best Skill Moves Every Beginner Should Learn

If you're new to FC 27, there's no need to learn every trick immediately. A handful of reliable Skill Moves will help you improve much faster than trying to memorize dozens of complicated combinations.

These are some of the moves worth learning first.

Ball Roll (2-Star)

How to Perform

Hold the Right Stick left or right relative to your player's movement.

The Ball Roll is one of the simplest and most reliable Skill Moves in FC 27. It lets you move the ball around an approaching defender and can also create a better angle for a shot or pass.

Best For:

Avoiding tackles
Creating shooting angles
Moving around defenders
Maintaining possession

Step Over (2-Star)

How to Perform

Rotate the Right Stick around the front of your player.

The Step Over can make a defender commit to the wrong direction before you accelerate away. It is especially useful for wingers attacking down the flank.

Best For:

Wing play
Changing direction
Creating acceleration
Counterattacks

Roulette (3-Star)

How to Perform

Rotate the Right Stick around your player in the direction you want to turn.

The Roulette allows your player to spin around an incoming challenge while shielding the ball. It can be useful when a defender commits to a tackle, and you need to turn away from the challenge.

Best For:

Escaping pressure
Central midfield dribbling
Turning away from defenders
Protecting possession

Heel to Heel Flick (4-Star)

How to Perform

Flick the Right Stick Forward
Flick the Right Stick Back

The Heel to Heel Flick pushes the ball forward and can give your player a burst of momentum. It works best when there is open space ahead of you.

Best For:

Fast breaks
One-on-one situations
Attacking open space
Beating slower defenders

Lateral Heel to Heel (3-Star)

How to Perform

Hold L1/LB
Flick the Right Stick left, then right
Or flick the Right Stick right, then left

The Lateral Heel to Heel is particularly useful in FC 27 because it lets you move across the pitch instead of simply pushing the ball forward. Use it when cutting inside from the wing or trying to create a shooting angle.

Best For:

Cutting inside
Creating shooting angles
Changing direction
Beating defenders near the box

Elástico (5-Star)

How to Perform

Rotate the Right Stick from right to down to left
Or rotate it from left to right

The Elastico remains one of the signature five-star Skill Moves in EA SPORTS FC. The rapid change of direction can completely wrong-foot a defender when performed at the right time.

Best For:

One-on-one situations
Attacking the penalty area
Beating the last defender
Creating shooting opportunities

Simplified Skill Moves

FC 27 also offers simplified options for players who don't want to memorize complicated Right Stick combinations.

FC 27 Gameplay

These controls allow beginners to perform skill moves using simpler directional inputs, with the game selecting suitable techniques based on the player's abilities.

If you're new to FC 27, simplified controls can be a good way to become comfortable with skill moves before learning the full manual inputs.

However, experienced players should consider learning the standard controls. Manual Skill Moves give you more control over exactly which technique you want to perform and when you want to perform it.

Tips for Using Skill Moves Effectively

Learning the controls is only part of becoming a better dribbler. Knowing when to use each move is just as important.

Don't Spam Skill Moves

Using the same move repeatedly makes your attacks predictable. Mix Skill Moves with passing, sprinting, and changes of direction to keep defenders guessing.

Choose Players With High Dribbling Stats

Skill Moves are most effective when performed by players with strong technical attributes.

Look for players with:

High Dribbling
High Agility
High Balance
4-Star or 5-Star Skill Moves

FC 27 also introduces improvements to out-of-balance dribbling, allowing technically strong players to maintain more control during physical situations. This makes agile dribblers particularly useful when trying to escape defenders in crowded areas.

Practice Before Going Online

Spend time in Practice Arena or Skill Games to build muscle memory. Learning the timing of each move offline makes it much easier to perform them consistently during competitive matches.

Start with simple moves such as the Ball Roll and Step Over before moving on to advanced techniques such as the Elastico or Alternate Elastico Chop.

Combine Multiple Skill Moves

Experienced players rarely rely on one trick. Combining Skill Moves with changes of pace can make your attacks much harder to predict.

Examples include:

Ball Roll → Sprint
Step Over → Sprint
Lateral Heel to Heel → Shot
Stop and Go → Sprint
Elastico → Finesse Shot

Don't perform combinations randomly. Each move should have a purpose and help you create a better attacking opportunity.

When Should You Use Skill Moves?

Skill Moves are most effective when they solve a specific problem. You don't need to perform tricks every time you receive the ball.

Use them when:

You're facing a defender one-on-one.
You need space for a shot.
You're cutting inside from the wing.
You're protecting the ball under pressure.
You're trying to beat the last defender.
You need to change direction quickly.
You receive the ball with a defender immediately behind you.

Avoid unnecessary tricks on your own half. Losing possession in a dangerous area can give your opponent an easy opportunity to launch a counterattack.

The same applies in the final third. If a simple pass gives you a better attacking opportunity, don't force a Skill Move just because you can perform one.

FC 27 Performing Skill Moves during Match

Final Thoughts

You don't have to learn every Skill Move to become a better player in EA SPORTS FC 27. Start with reliable techniques such as the Ball Roll, Step Over, Roulette, and Heel to Heel Flick before adding newer moves such as Stop and Go, Lateral Heel to Heel, and First Time Spin to your game.

Once you're comfortable with the basics, start practicing advanced five-star techniques such as the Elastico and Alternate Elastico Chop. The most important part is not how many moves you know, but whether you understand when to use them.

With regular practice and better timing, you'll be able to beat defenders more consistently, create better shooting angles, and make your attacks much harder to predict.

FAQ

Q. What are the easiest Skill Moves in FC 27?

A. The Ball Roll and Step Over are two of the easiest Skill Moves to learn. They require simple inputs and can be useful in a wide range of attacking situations.

Q. What are the new Skill Moves in FC 27?

A. FC 27 adds several new Skill Moves, including Stop and Go, Drag to Drag, Foot to Foot, Lateral Heel to Heel, Drag Turn, Standing Scoop Turn, Flair Roulette, Four Touch Skill, Skilled Bridge, First Time Spin, Alternate Elastico Chop, and Running Fake Drag.

Q. How many stars do you need for the Elastico in FC 27?

A. The Elastico requires a player with a 5-Star Skill Moves rating.

Q. How do I practice Skill Moves in FC 27?

A. Practice Arena and Skill Games are the best places to learn Skill Moves and build muscle memory before using advanced techniques in competitive matches.

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