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Your panel for this week's gameplay podcast includes the legend AirJapes, MrAwbery and MattFUTTrading (The Best FIFA Player in the World), they discuss: Squad Battles tips! Advice for Coop success! Why WL might be a struggle now How to improve at FIFA21 more generally Risks and rewards of team press How to stop lobbed through balls Baiting your opponent Player switching Much more! Supporters of the pod keep it going, get double the pod content (for just £3 a month) via Patreon over at http://bit.ly/morepod. Including a 2nd weekly podcast, this week focusing on content: Rulebreakers — groundbreaking? Rulebreakers Reviews: Benjamin Andre & Douglas Costa Live FUT Friendlies Market madness this past week Important points on chemistry styles Much more!
The legend AirJapes (https://twitter.com/airjapesfifa) , Steve Stokes (aka TheFUTCoach (https://twitter.com/thefutcoach) ) and your host Ben are here for the second podcast this week, this time focused around gameplay ahead of the first Weekend League of FIFA21: Defenders — is pace fundamental? Is Varane better than VVD this year? What is the 'meta' heading into the first WL First time shots and shooting tips AI vs Manual Defending Gameplans for this Weekend League Tactics for countering the 41212(2) narrow Getting your mentality right Supporters of the pod keep it going, get double the pod content (for just £3 a month) via Patreon over at http://bit.ly/morepod. Including a 2nd podcast each week, this week focusing on content: POTM SBCs Right wing issues - is Bernardo the answer? Diogo Jota worth completing TOTW gems Don't forget about keeper chemistry style nerfs Duck's Icon trading insights Is it safe to buy the big boys now? Pre-WL market Why OTW value is really different this year Loads more!
Ben is joined by AirJapes, Steve (TheFUTCoach) and MattFUTTrading to deliver analysis and insights into the players and market at this early stage of FIFA21! They cover: Huge impact of Rivals placement match coins! Where does this high market go from here? The mass meta player extinction OTW and Weekend League incoming! Haaland & Lewandowski reviews Sabitzer's Howitzers Zakaria vs Kimmich Sule vs Upamecano Hazard Review Did Ibrahimovic live up to Ben's expectations? OTW Tonali SBC thoughts The best, and quickest, CB for 800 coins! Supporters of the pod keep it going, get double the pod content (for just £3 a month) via Patreon over at http://bit.ly/morepod. Including a 2nd podcast each week, this week focusing on Gameplay tips: Key controller settings to get right! Auto-switching: receiver Lock debates! Contextual Agile Dribbling effectiveness Good skill moves to try early on Early 'META' formations Much more!
FUT legend AirJapes (https://twitter.com/airjapesfifa) , trading experts ImADuckQuackk (https://twitter.com/imaduckquackk?lang=en) and MattFUTTrading (https://twitter.com/mattfuttrading?lang=en) sit down with your host Ben (https://twitter.com/futweeklyben) , to discuss their approaches to starting FUT21. They cover the spectrum from the Web/Companion App to proper launch: Taking advantage of ‘pre-console’ FUT SBCs & Objectives Trading Importance of Web/Companion App to ‘RTGs’ What player you should bring into your club early Early Game Access plans Rivals rewards impacts FIFA Points potential Small Value Trading Methods for ‘RTGs’ Market Inflation and when to buy/sell players Loads more! Supporters of the pod keep it going, get double the pod content (for just $3 a month) via Patreon over at http://bit.ly/morepod. Including the longer, an added Q&A on the above topics, covering: How will new elements impact the start of FUT Bronze/silver pack methods Should you wait to play your rivals placement matches Is doing Draft a trap? Most important positions to buy first? What nationality should you choose for your starter pack? OTW Investing Which Rivals rewards should you take? Plenty of trading tips! Much more!
FUT legends AirJapes and Kazooie94, plus your host Ben, had the opportunity to play an early build of FIFA21 as part of an early FIFA21 Capture Event. They join up to give their thoughts on this week’s episode of the FUT Weekly Podcast: FUT Stadium Customisation FUT Mode changes Potential significance of Rivals changes Other new FUT features ‘New Daily Knockout’ Gameplay ‘feel’ in FIFA21 Increased responsiveness? Park the Bus effectiveness Is attacking AI improved? Supporters of the pod keep it going, get double the pod content (for just $3 a month) via Patreon over at bit.ly/morepod. Including the longer, even more insight filled version of this pod, covering: Is Kroos usable? Player Switching Shooting (including timed finishing and chip shots!) Skill moves New collision system Bridge skill move Much more!
FUT legend AirJapes, Melbourne City Pro Marcus Gomes and market expert MattFUTTrading join your regular host Ben to dig into the FUT features that EA have revealed for FIFA21. Your panel discuss: Announcement of loads of new icons Coop — what can you and can't you do? Where could it be useful? New "FUT Events" and rewards Complete stadium customisation Fairly significant Rivals changes — what do they mean for our FUT day to day? The new Rivals 'cash reward injection' FUT Friendlies (A Daily Knockout Tournament alternative?) Much more! The discussion continues on your Extra Time podcast — following soon! Supporters of the pod keep it going, get double the pod content (for just $3 a month) via Patreon over at http://bit.ly/morepod. Including the Extra Time version of this pod, covering: New upgrades: 'Player Moments' — the stat boosts we've been waiting for? Loads and loads of seemingly great quality of life improvements Taking your FUT club between consoles Should FUT push towards being more manual?
Nepenthez joins AirJapes, Ben, and The Guide's Tazz, who has played FIFA21 (an early build). They dig into the new features explained in the latest FIFA21 Gameplay Pitch Note article. You'll find discussion on: 'New' Player Personalities Creative "Manual" Runs Balancing attack and defence Revamped heading and crossing Much needed passing changes Contextual Agile Dribbling Japes finding a Co-op friend Supporters of the pod keep it going, get double the pod content (for just $3 a month) via Patreon over at http://bit.ly/morepod. Including the extended edition of this pod, covering: Low-skill skill moves Biggest difference playing FIFA21 compared to FIFA20 "Super Cancel" could be massive Big but low-key: responsiveness changes FUT becoming more manual?
In this episode Ben is joined by regular AirJapes and, for a second week in a row, Melbourne City Pro Marcus Gomes. They dig into the latest FIFA21 News: Cantona confirmed! 1st Icon leak Xbox One to X and PS4 to PS5 transfer FUT Co-op could be a lot of fun Leaked Rivals changes More leaky business Supporters of the pod keep it going, get double the pod content (for just $3 a month) via Patreon over at http://bit.ly/morepod. Including the extended edition of this pod, covering: Agile Dribbling Positioning Personality Creative Runs Competitive Mode CPU AI Smoother Encounters Fundamentals of Football Revised
Melbourne City Pro Player Marcus Gomes joins your regulars AirJapes and Ben to discuss: How to get shots off in the box vs a packed defence Where do should EA go with skill moves? Marcus's top skills which pay his bills Ben's favourite fun and effective skill move he's probably told you about lots of times before Gomes starts an RTG (in July!!!) Should EA do a PES and pause the annual FIFA release cycle? Which sides should you have your left and right footed CB on? Summer Heat Pogba reviewed The good, bad and ugly of Summer Heat Best CBs for 3ATB Japes runs 433(2) and seems to like it a lot
AirJapes returns. after a week in the podcast wilderness, and is joined by one time partner in crime, and presenter of actual ‘soccer’ on actual TV, Aaron West. With your regular host Ben, they cover current FUT content and look ahead to our inbound FIFA21 future: Summer Heat Reviews Including (but not limited to): Dembele, Ribery, Firmino! Ribery better than TOTS Messi? Japes Agressive 532 Is 5 chemistry acceptable? Should chemistry styles be removed - or significantly nerfed? Mbabu and Pope Insights 'Gold Pack Method' Fodder Crafting Supporters of the pod keep it going, get double the pod content (for just $3 a month) via Patreon over at bit.ly/morepod. This will include next week’s exclusive FUT InFormation Audio Guide on connection and servers!
In this episode FUT legend AirJapes, viral videographer Valerio (ItalianStallion) and pro player Skoldie join Ben to discuss: The Ultimate cock up A brand new promo: Summer Heat Why big stat upgrades aren't always good TOTSSF thoughts as it ends Valerio's Elite 1 442 tips Playing Weekend League with the strangest formations FIFA's gameplay issues in the age of FUT Champs Why defending really isn't up to scratch and how it should change Supporters of the pod keep it going, get the Extra Time podcast and double the pod content (for just $3 a month) via Patreon over at https://bit.ly/morepod: Valerio's viral video about AI attacking movement AI changes through the years What the future should hold for AI Is it a misconception that gameplay has got more negative Why Pro feedback might actually be a problem Loads more!
In this preview of the full week 38, iconic FIFA YouTuber ZwebackHD and trading specialist ImADuckQuackk join your regulars AirJapes and Ben to discuss: A truly Ultimate TOTSSF? Our Favourite TOTS cards In-Depth on The Magic of TOTS Atal Support the pod, keep it going and get all FUT Weekly Podcast content over on the Patreon - http://bit.ly/morepod This week's full edition includes: Positioning tinfoil hat time Objectives falling flat? What we need to see from content Chemistry not really as much of a concern? Playing in delay tips Japes advice for Zwe to break into Elite Why pressing is one of the biggest issues Much more!
On this week's episode of the FUT Weekly Podcast your regular host Ben, and almost as regular FUT legend, AirJapes are joined by the returning trading and content expert MattFUTTrading to dig into: The Year of the Wissam: one of the most expensive players this year Cyprien SBC and Ligue 1 Roundup The Thinking Man's Ben Yedder Japes reviews the Lucas Moura SBC Premier League return - what will be the impact? What to do vs possession hogging time wasters Why 41212(2) does have its uses Is ping just a myth? What impact does it actually have Loads more! Supporters of the pod keep it going, get the Extra Time podcast and double the pod content (for just $3 a month) via Patreon over at https://bit.ly/morepod: Ben's TOTSSF Eredivisie revelations: Promes, Van de Beek, Ziyech and Dumfries Looking at the market ahead Where have all the big SBCs gone? Are Prime Icon packs the answer? Enjoying the FUT end-game Matt's 'overpowered' high-depth twist on the the 4231
This preview of the full week 34 sees AirJapes, Iain Stirling and Luke (aka Ayesports) joining Ben to dig into the La Liga TOTSSF squad: An excellent surprise! Best TOTSSF La Liga picks TOTSSF Aubameyang vs Richarlison TOTSSF Salah Enter the 12,000 FIFA Point giveaway, get the full episode (plus double the pod content for just $3 monthly) and keep the podcast going by supporting: https://bit.ly/pointsmay20 TOTSSF Mahrez Positioning is underrated Why these are the toughest Weekend Leagues of the year Connection issues New pressing META Japes gives us the Drop Back hairdryer treatment A little tip that helps vs Drop Back Why good players seem to win all 50/50s
Returning big time YouTuber Andy AJ3, and rare Doctor-YouTuber hybrid ItsJames, join FUT legend & regular AirJapes and your host Ben in this week's episode as TOTTSF is in full swing: Our picks from TOTSSF Premier League TOTSSF Richarlison review TOTSSF Son review Big Market surge incoming? Why smaller players might be better and quicker 'Noob Stomping' Too much competitive focus? Should FUT be made manual? Loads more! Supporters of the pod keep it going, get the Extra Time podcast and double the pod content (for just $3 a month) at https://bit.ly/morepod, it includes plenty of gameplay chat: How your shot conversion ratio should look - is it a concern? Why observing your opponents keeper is important Why moving your keeper has become very important How to survive 'squeaky bum time' and close out games Why the 3142 is Japes new favourite Bundesliga baby timing concerns
In this preview of the full supporter exclusive episode, FUT legend AirJapes, streamer Chuffsters and ex-Roma pro player Rannerz join your regular host Ben to discuss: Picking out cheap TOTSSF gems A big big miss for TOTSSF (so far) Thiago TOTSSF review How to not lose coins on TOTSSF items Get the full episode (plus double the pod content for just $3 monthly) and keep the podcast going by supporting: https://bit.ly/morepod Why SBC Goretzka looks great TOTSSF thoughts so far Diogo Jota is ridiculously good at FIFA Why defenders getting really good could change how we all play How to beat those defenders Stopping wide through balls
In this preview of the full supporter Week 30, FUT legend AirJapes and San Jose Earthquakes Pro Player CaliCSG get into: FUT Birthday - best promo so far? Flashback Hulk Review Leaving the party - are you taking a party bag? Get the full episode (plus double the pod content for just $3 monthly) and keep the podcast going by supporting: https://bit.ly/morepod In that full pod: What will happen to First Owner Swaps teams? FUT Birthday to overshadow TOTS? The spiciest gameplay tip in podcast history Japes Secures the Party Bag Dealing with High Pressure Goalkeepers more important than people think? How best to 'get out' of a tricky goal kick situation Japes on the best outside CB for 3 at the back
AirJapes, MattFUTTrading and Skoldie join Ben as the FUT Birthday continues to discuss: FUT Birthday Griezmann & Di Maria 'Fake' Weak Foot theories? Is FUT Birthday the best promo of the year? (even if you aren't French) Birthday Sarr review Birthday Allan Saint-Maximin review Flashback Ogbonna review Will these endgame cards cause Icons to drop? Talk of which - could we be about to see a TOTS market crash? Plus in the supporter's Extra Time podcast here: http://bit.ly/morepod Best Work Rates in specific areas of the pitch Most important stats for particular roles Is having different tactics for different opponents important? Pro's tips for stopping wide player pace abuse Japes does a little Weekend League redeeming rant
AirJapes (https://twitter.com/thefifaanalyst) and Alex - The FIFA Analyst (https://twitter.com/thefifaanalyst) hop on to bring our annual FUT nostalgia trip up to date. They join Ben for this FUT Birthday Special as 10 years of FUT becomes 11 Years! In the flashback part we get behind the scenes insights from former EA employee and current esports host/content creator Chu "ChuBoi" Morah (https://twitter.com/ChuBoi) , who returns with Steve "The FUT Coach" Stokes (https://twitter.com/TheFUTCoach) and Futhead News Editor Emeritus and Free Pack Project creator Tom Mills (https://twitter.com/tem1985) , who has some particularly special throwbacks. From Wallyson to Welliton, Lalas to Luiz and dozens of listener picks too, this is your extensive FUT nostalgia hit after 11 years of the world's most popular football game mode! • 00:00 - The FUT Nostalgia Trip Begins • 07:00 - FIFA10: The Reign of Agbonlahor • 10:00 - FIFA 11: Silver Messi • 14:00 - FIFA12: Welly and Wally • 23:00 - FIFA13: Pivotal Year and a Bazooka • 31:00 - FIFA14: Chu has to sell FUT to EA • 40:00 - FIFA15: Unguessable United Striker • 56:00 - FIFA16: A Strange Edition • 1:03:00 - FIFA17: Best FIFA ever? • 1:12:00 - FIFA18: 250 games with IF Fellaini • 1:19:00 - FIFA18 into FIFA19: Entertaining if nothing else! Plus in the supporter's Extra Time podcast here: http://bit.ly/morepod In depth on a crazy fun 3421 from Japes Alex's competitive gameplan selection Icon Swaps 3 dilemmas and help Downsides of pressing How to operate your subs Breaking down narrow formations
In this preview of the full supporter exclusive Week 26, a stellar cast of TV's Iain Stirling, legend AirJapes and Pro Coach/Player Skoldiee, join Ben to discuss: - What move should/EA make now all football has been suspended? - Icon Swaps 3 (Reviews, breakdown and thoughts) Listen to the full pod, support FUT Weekly by becoming a patron: https://bit.ly/morepod - Stocky Flashback Boateng review - Inverted Fullbacks - Long ball tactics - This year's 'Meta' techniques - FIFA19 getting some hype? - More 352 discussion - Loads more!
AirJapes and Mr Doorey join Ben on the main pod to discuss: - A promo full of amazing value gems - Jo worth a go? - Position switching can save tons of coins - Japes crazy pack-luck continuing - The importance of 'presence' in midfield - Overload ball side patch thoughts and tips - Who should be able to own the top Icons and when? Plus in the supporter's Extra Time podcast: http://bit.ly/morepod - Japes' enjoyable and effective new 352 setup - Doorey's inventive high-pressure 4231 - Will we see more narrow formations now? - How to beat narrow formations - Do you need to change formation to make the step up to the next level? - Doorey's top coaching tips
In this preview AirJapes, Alex - The FIFA Analyst, and MattFUTTrading join to discuss: - Future Stars vs Shapeshifters (2.0?) - A pick-and-mix of community controversies: from Kurt to Konnection. Listen to the full pod, support FUT Weekly by becoming a patron: https://bit.ly/morepod - Shapeshifters 2: outstanding players, picks and reviews - Defending cutbacks - Why FUT tunnels are bad - Future Stars Felix review - FUT modes going forward - Why Moments Sergio Ramos is a god
Ben is joined by AirJapes & FIFA Analyst Alex to talk Future Stars, key settings and more! The trio cover: - FUT Future Stars players: very in-depth and with reviews - Future Stars Objective Osimhen reviewed - Why Future Stars prices are so high - Why camera settings & controller settings are crucial Plus in the supporter's Extra Time podcast: http://bit.ly/morepod - Scoring from corners - Getting the most from your team - Defending / attacking tips - Giveaway winner and loads more
Andy AJ3 returns to join regulars AirJapes, MattFUTTrading & Ben as they discuss the current Headliners promo, the hyped upcoming Winter Upgrades and much more in this preview! Become a supporter, get this full pod and you can enter the 12,000 FIFA Point New Year giveaway here: https://bit.ly/podpoints20 (https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-32775470) Listen to the full pod, support FUT Weekly by becoming a patron: https://bit.ly/morepod - SBC roundup - More on Japes popular Elite 1, 4321 tactics - How we build our squads - Defending TOTY attackers - Comparing League of Legends & FUT - Loads more
AirJapes, WyseFIFA and Ben take you on a TOTY tour: - Flashback Luiz - Flashback Marcelo - Moments Bernardo - Moments Hazard - TOTY Trent Alexander-Arnold - TOTY Kante - TOTY prices - TOTY rated Plus: - Beating your man - Delay - Looking ahead Plus in the supporter's Extra Time podcast: http://bit.ly/morepod - Japes on the unique 4321 that got him Elite 1 in the Weekend League! - Surprise as EA drop the Headliners promo early (and how it might be different)! - Patch arrives, Title Update #10 actually seems like it could make a difference! Join before January 31st you can enter the 12,000 FIFA Point New Year giveaway here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-32775470
AirJapes and MattFUTTrading join Ben to rundown an interesting week, look ahead and drop some gameplay pointers: - League SBCs everywhere, which to do? - Has shooting got harder? What angles to take - Market: Black Friday to FUTMAS and investing - Post-patch passing concerns - How to get the most out of wide players - much more PLUS in the exclusive Extra Time podcast: how much are Pros paid? How to get the most out of fullbacks, and more insights: https://www.patreon.com/posts/32072383 Get all FWP bonus podcasts and support the pod from just $3 a month: https://bit.ly/morepod
After Batshuayi and Mendy took to twitter to express their frustration at the FUT connection experience, Ben is joined by AirJapes & server expert TwoLeftFUT (aka Dave) to dig into the reasons why delay is so prevalent and why the 'servers' don't serve everyone. As Ben has done every token already - he chats to a returning LukeZim about: - Boshing out objectives as quickly as possible - Squad battles Legendary/World Class tips - A significant patch Plus, in the supporter exclusive Extra Time podcast, why a current SBC could be the next Van Dijk: https://www.patreon.com/posts/31712716
Ex-Roma pro Rannerz joins AirJapes, MattFUTTrading & Ben to dig into a big week of FUT: - Doing League Objective Politano in 6 games - Politano Review - How to solve the objectives 'dilemma' - Road to the Final incoming - Kurt ban - Scream Promo thoughts - Patch Shooting 'Nerf' Myth Plus check out the patron exclusive Extra Time podcast for: - Key gameplay skill to master - Top players which might rise in value even in a dropping market https://www.patreon.com/posts/extra-time-flips-31342652
AirJapes and MattFUTTrading join Ben and Steve to discuss a particularly groundbreaking Ultimate Scream promo plus: 08:00 - How Ibra could 'shift the meta' again 13:00 - Bastian causing controversy 15:00 - The market 'crash' 20:00 - Japes strong opinions on objectives, 32:00 - Icon Swaps Guardiola Review 38:00 - 'META' formations discussion Want some cracking tips on dribbling techniques, formations & tactics? Check out the patron exclusive #W05 Extra Time podcast: https://www.patreon.com/posts/extra-time-tips-30965033 Available along with all FUT Weekly Exclusive Podcasts for just $3 a month! Improve your connection: FUT InFormation Podcast #1 - as mentioned in the pod (FUT InFormation back catalogue available to Gold+ patrons): https://www.patreon.com/posts/28117831
Ben is joined by AirJapes, Steve and Top 100 player Martin (aka LuckieNL) for week 3 of the FUT Weekly Podcast! 00:00 - Beating Park the Bus' 13:38 - Pressing players who are holding the ball 17:48 - How Pro players take advantage of the last minute 29.27 - Japes tutorials/player review rant 36:23 - How to score penalties Get bonus podcasts, support FUT Weekly and listen to this week's bonus Extra Time pod as Japes takes on passing: http://bit.ly/morepod
This pod previews the full Patreon bonus episode - available along with all other bonus podcasts for $3 a month at http://bit.ly/morepod. The bonus pod focuses on starting FIFA20 and features AirJapes, the FUT Accountant & WyseFIFA. By becoming a Patreon this month you can also enter the 12,000 FIFA Point giveaway!
FIFA20 insights are brought to you by the EA Game Changers network. Ben is joined by YouTube legend and commentator AirJapes and EA bound FUT Economist to discuss exciting FIFA20 and TOTS revelations. The panel discuss Volta and what that might mean for FUT, plus some really significant news regarding FIFA20 gameplay, including further information on timed finishing, GK movement and skill move chaining, as well as a new options for player switching. They also chat about a particularly good looking Serie A TOTS and the TOTS cards they've been enjoying so far! Regular FUT Weekly podcasts will always be free - but to get the podcast weekly (via bonus podcasts) and much more, support the pod by becoming a Gold or Icon patron! Check out the perks on offer here: https://www.patreon.com/futweeklypodcast/
The full exclusive supporter episode features AirJapes 41212(2) and covers, TOTS plans, prep, TOTT, grinding and much more! Regular FUT Weekly podcasts will always be free - but to get the podcast weekly (via bonus podcasts), support the pod and much much more, why not become a patreon for the cost of a Mega Pack! Check out the perks on offer here: https://www.patreon.com/futweeklypodcast/ In this sneak peek of this week's bonus podcast Steve (TheFUTCoach), WyseFIFA and Ben discuss FUT Swap and whether Douglas Costa over the Base Icon is actually the smart move!
This episode includes a huge pod announcement! Get involved, get the pod weekly at [http://www.patreon.com/futweeklypodcast](http://www.patreon.com/futweeklypodcast) Air Japes joins regulars Ben & Steve (TheFUTCoach), inspired by the eMLS and recent tournaments to discuss how different continents have different play-styles. Something Ben has noticed playing Weekend League and Rivals in the US! Plus how technical skill is important but game management is probably the most important - what we can learn from that Tekkz vs Dossary matchup. This week's pod also covers: a particularly OP Corner Technique, the Prime Icon Moment 'mess' and a few ofJapes controversial plans for FUT.
FUT legend AirJapes joins the pod to discuss the tactics and setup achieved 26-2 in Weekend League - his best finish this year. Steve (TheFUTCoach) and Ben have tried it and give their thoughts. Japes explains how he handles drop back and counter attack, AI defending, crossing and much more. Plus your panel discuss goalkeeper movement, the community response to the patch and dig into some player reviews - which include an elite budget icon CB!