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In EA Sports FC 24, there are special styles called PlayStyles that show how different players play in the game. One of these is the "Dead Ball". Dead ball scenarios can become a way to earn an easy advantage over your opponent as long as your player has the ability. Kevin De Bruyne is a master with the dead ball, he can find the target and the goal more often than not. The "Dead Ball" PlayStyle works great from free kicks and corners as it offers you a more precise target to either hit your man or the back of the net. You can view the full list of PlayStyles here.

All EA FC 25 Playstyles

Who has it?

A player who is known for being a specialist at taking set pieces.

PlayStyle Gameplay Effects

Set pieces are delivered with increased speed, curve, and accuracy. Ball trajectory preview line is longer.

PlayStyle+ Gameplay Effects

Set pieces are delivered with exceptional speed, curve, and accuracy. Ball trajectory preview line is at maximum length.

What Position Is Best Suited To The Dead Ball PlayStyle?

Attacking players are best suited for the Dead Ball PlayStyle, especially those with higher free kick stats. They will be the ones found in shooting areas the most often. Their good free kicks will turn to great with the Dead Ball PlayStyle.

Which Players Have The Dead Ball PlayStyle?

Players who are exceptional set piece takers in real life. There is no set criteria based on in-game FC 24 stats but is actually based on the performance and ability of footballers in real life.

Top-rated players with Dead Ball+

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