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FC 26 Skill Moves Guide (PlayStation / Xbox)

FC 26 Skill Moves Guide (PlayStation / Xbox)

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Savannah Reed
2025/10/02

Skill Moves in FC 26 are special ball-control techniques that allow players to showcase flair and enhance dominance on the field. Each player is assigned a Skill Moves rating ranging from one to five stars, which determines the variety of moves they can perform.

The higher the star rating, the more advanced the skills available. A one-star player can only execute the most basic tricks, while a five-star player has access to the entire arsenalโ€”from fundamental maneuvers to the most intricate flicks. In this guide, LDShop will provide a complete button mapping reference for both PS5 and Xbox platforms.

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FC 26 5 New Skill Moves

As always, this year's game introduces a fresh set of skill moves, providing attackers with unprecedented ways to break down defenses.

PlayStation

Skill Move

Stars

Controls

Trickster Rainbow

1โ€“5 Star

Flick RS Back, Forward

Explosive Stepover (From Stand and Jog)

3โ€“5 Star

Hold L1 + Rotate RS Forward to Left / Right (+ LS direction to exit)

Advanced Heel Flick (From Jog)

4โ€“5 Star

Flick RS Forward, Back + LS diagonal left or right or forward

Drag To Chop (From Stand)

4โ€“5 Star

Hold L2 + Roll RS Left, Back, Right / Right, Back, Left

Elastico Variation (From Jog)

5 Star

Hold L2 + Rotate RS Right, Back, Left / Rotate RS Left, Back, Right

Xbox

Skill Move

Stars

Controls

Trickster Rainbow

1โ€“5 Star

Flick RS Back, Forward

Explosive Stepover (From Stand and Jog)

3โ€“5 Star

Hold LB + Rotate RS Fwd to Left / Right (+ LS direction to exit)

Advanced Heel Flick (From Jog)

4โ€“5 Star

Flick RS Forward, Back + LS diagonal left or right or forward

Drag To Chop (From Stand)

4โ€“5 Star

Hold LT + Roll RS Left, Back, Right / Right, Back, Left

Elastico Variation (From Jog)

5 Star

Hold LT + Rotate RS Right, Back, Left / Rotate RS Left, Back, Right

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1-Star Skill Moves

While all players in FC 26 have access to one-star skill movesโ€”the game's most fundamental tricksโ€”these basic techniques remain surprisingly effective. Simple ball flicks, fake shots, and elementary juggling can create decisive openings in congested areas. A cleverly executed nutmeg or a well-timed feint turn is often enough to disrupt defensive lines, creating valuable passing opportunities or unlocking new shooting angles.

PlayStation

Skill Move

Control

Directional Nutmeg

Hold L1 + R1 + R Direction

Ball Juggle (while standing)

L2 + R1 Tap

Open Up Fake Shot Left

Hold L1 + โ–  or โ—‹ then X + L top left

Open Up Fake Shot Right

Hold L1 + โ–  or โ—‹ then X + L top right

Flick Up

R3

First Time Feint Turn

Hold L1 + R1 + L down

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Xbox

Skill Move

Control

Directional Nutmeg

Hold LB + RB + R Direction

Ball Juggle (while standing)

LT + RB Tap

Open Up Fake Shot Left

Hold LB + X or B then Y + L top left

Open Up Fake Shot Right

Hold LB + X or B then Y + L top right

Flick Up

R3

First Time Feint Turn

Hold LB + RB + L down

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2-Star Skill Moves

Two-star skill moves build directly upon the foundational techniques, offering players enhanced creative options without requiring elite player ratings. Even with moderately skilled athletes on your roster, you can effectively utilize maneuvers like body feints, precise ball rolls, and convincing stepovers to generate crucial separation from opponents. While these techniques remain fundamentally straightforward, their tactical application becomes particularly valuable in congested areas of the pitch. A well-executed body swerve or a sudden drag-back can successfully disrupt defensive positioning, creating vital openings for both penetrating passes and advancing possession.

PlayStation & Xbox

Skill Move

Control

Feint Forward and Turn

Flick โ†“โ†“

Body Feint Right

R Flick โ†’

Body Feint Left

R Flick โ†

Stepover Right

R rotate โ†‘โ†’

Stepover Left

R rotate โ†‘โ†

Reverse Stepover Right

R rotate โ†’โ†‘

Reverse Stepover Left

R rotate โ†โ†‘

Ball Roll Left

R Hold โ†

Ball Roll Right

R Hold โ†’

Drag Back

L2 + R2 + L Flick โ†“ (PlayStation)

LT + RT + L Flick โ†“ (Xbox)

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3-Star Skill Moves

Three-star skill moves introduce a new dimension of creative attacking play, elevating your offensive arsenal with sophisticated maneuvers that consistently trouble defenders. These techniques enable dynamic turns and clever feints that generate valuable space in the final third. With access to the graceful Roulette and the deceptive Heel Flick, three-star rated players develop an unpredictable quality, capable of disrupting defensive structures and creating clear scoring chances through their expanded repertoire.

PlayStation & Xbox

Skill Move

Control

Heel Flick

R Flick โ†‘โ†“

Roulette Right

R rotate โ†“ through โ†

Roulette Left

R rotate โ†“ through โ†’

Fake Left & Go Right

R rotate โ†โ†“โ†’

Fake Right & Go Left

R rotate โ†’โ†“โ†

Heel Chop Left (running)

Hold L2 + โ–  or โ—‹ then X + L โ† (PlayStation)

Hold LT + X or B then Y + L โ† (Xbox)

Heel Chop Right (running)

Hold L2 + โ–  or โ—‹ then X + L โ†’ (PlayStation)

Hold LT + X or B then Y + L โ†’ (Xbox)

Shutter Feint

Hold L2 + โ–  or โ—‹ then โ†โ†’ or โ†’โ† (PlayStation)

Hold LT + X or B then โ†โ†’ or โ†’โ† (Xbox)

Feint Left & Exit Right

R rotate โ†โ†“โ†’

Feint Right & Exit Left

R rotate โ†’โ†“โ†

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4-Star Skill Moves

Four-star skill moves elevate your game with advanced creative control. They unlock fluid turns, rainbow flicks, and sharp spins that make players exceptionally unpredictable. This technical arsenal enables attackers and midfielders to carve open defenses through precise movements and stylish combinations.

PlayStation

Skill Move

Control

Ball Hop (standing)

Hold L1 + R3

Ball Roll Drag

Hold L1 + R Flick โ†‘ then โ†/โ†’

Drag Back Turn

Hold L2 + R Hold โ†“

Heel to Heel

R Flick โ†‘โ†“

Simple Rainbow

R Flick โ†‘โ†‘โ†“

Spin Left

Hold R2+R1 + Rotate R โ†–

Spin Right

Hold R2+R1 + Rotate R โ†—

Stop & Turn Left

R Flick โ†‘ then โ†

Stop & Turn Right

R Flick โ†‘ then โ†’

Ball Roll Cut Right

R Hold โ† + L โ†’

Ball Roll Cut Left

R Hold โ†’ + L โ†

Fake Pass

Hold R2 + โ–  or โ—‹ then X

Fake Pass Exit Left

Hold R2 + โ–  or โ—‹ then X + L โ†–

Fake Pass Exit Right

Hold R2 + โ–  or โ—‹ then X + L โ†—

Quick Ball Rolls

R Hold โ†“

Lane Change Left

Hold L1 + R Hold โ†

Lane Change Right

Hold L1 + R Hold โ†’

Three Touch Roulette Left

Hold L2 + R Flick โ†“ then โ†

Three Touch Roulette Right

Hold L2 + R Flick โ†“ then โ†’

Drag Back Spin Left

R Flick โ†“ then โ†

Drag Back Spin Right

R Flick โ†“ then โ†’

Drag to Heel

L1 + R Flick โ†‘ then โ†/โ†’

Heel to Ball Roll

L1 + R Flick โ†‘ then โ†“

Ball Roll Cut

L1 + R Flick โ†“โ†“

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Xbox

Skill Move

Control

Ball Hop (standing)

Hold LB + R3

Ball Roll Drag

Hold LB + R Flick โ†‘ then โ†/โ†’

Drag Back Turn

Hold LT + R Hold โ†“

Heel to Heel

R Flick โ†‘โ†“

Simple Rainbow

R Flick โ†‘โ†‘โ†“

Spin Left

Hold RT+RB + Rotate R โ†–

Spin Right

Hold RT+RB + Rotate R โ†—

Stop & Turn Left

R Flick โ†‘ then โ†

Stop & Turn Right

R Flick โ†‘ then โ†’

Ball Roll Cut Right

R Hold โ† + L โ†’

Ball Roll Cut Left

R Hold โ†’ + L โ†

Fake Pass

Hold RT + X or B then Y

Fake Pass Exit Left

Hold RT + X or B then Y + L โ†–

Fake Pass Exit Right

Hold RT + X or B then Y + L โ†—

Quick Ball Rolls

R Hold โ†“

Lane Change Left

Hold LB + R Hold โ†

Lane Change Right

Hold LB + R Hold โ†’

Three Touch Roulette Left

Hold LT + R Flick โ†“ then โ†

Three Touch Roulette Right

Hold LT + R Flick โ†“ then โ†’

Drag Back Spin Left

R Flick โ†“ then โ†

Drag Back Spin Right

R Flick โ†“ then โ†’

Drag to Heel

LB + R Flick โ†‘ then โ†/โ†’

Heel to Ball Roll

LB + R Flick โ†‘ then โ†“

Ball Roll Cut

LB + R Flick โ†“โ†“

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5-Star Skill Moves

Five-star skill moves represent the pinnacle of creative expression in FC 26. Exclusive to the most technically gifted players, these elite maneuvers are as rare as they are spectacular. They empower attackers to dismantle defenses, create breathtaking highlights, and single-handedly shift the momentum of a game.

PlayStation&Xbox

Skill Move

Control

Elastico

R โ†’ rotate โ†“โ†

Reverse Elastico

R โ† rotate โ†“โ†’

Advanced Rainbow

R Flick โ†“ hold โ†‘โ†‘

Hocus Pocus

R rotate โ†“โ†โ†“โ†’

Triple Elastico

R rotate โ†“โ†’โ†“โ†

Ball Roll Flick Left

R Hold โ†’ then Flick โ†‘ (PlayStation)

R Hold โ†’ then Flick โ†‘ (Xbox)

Ball Roll Flick Right

R Hold โ† then Flick โ†‘ (PlayStation)

R Hold โ† then Flick โ†‘ (Xbox)

Heel Flick Turn

Hold R1 + R Flick โ†‘โ†“ (PlayStation)

Hold RB + R Flick โ†‘โ†“ (Xbox)

Sombrero Flick

R Flick โ†‘โ†‘โ†“

Turn & Spin Left

R Flick โ†‘ then โ†

Turn & Spin Right

R Flick โ†‘ then โ†’

Ball Roll Fake Left

R Hold โ† then R Flick โ†

Ball Roll Fake Right

R Hold โ†’ then R Flick โ†’

Ball Roll Fake Turn

Hold L2 + R Flick โ†‘ then โ†/โ†’ (PlayStation)

Hold LT + R Flick โ†‘ then โ†/โ†’ (Xbox)

Rabona Fake

Hold L2 + โ–  or โ—‹ then X + L โ†“ (PlayStation)

Hold LT + X or B then A + L โ†“ (Xbox)

Elastico Chop Left

R Flick โ†“ then โ†

Elastico Chop Right

R Flick โ†“ then โ†’

Spin Flick Left

Hold R1 + R Flick โ†‘ then โ† (PlayStation)

Hold RB + R Flick โ†‘ then โ† (Xbox)

Spin Flick Right

Hold R1 + R Flick โ†‘ then โ†’ (PlayStation)

Hold RB + R Flick โ†‘ then โ†’ (Xbox)

Flick Over

R Hold โ†‘

Tornado Spin

Hold L1 + R Flick โ†‘ then โ†/โ†’ (PlayStation)

Hold LB + R Flick โ†‘ then โ†/โ†’ (Xbox)

Heel Fake

Hold L2 + R โ†โ†’ or โ†’โ† (PlayStation)

Hold LT + R โ†โ†’ or โ†’โ† (Xbox)

Flair Rainbow

Hold L2 + R Flick โ†‘โ†“ (PlayStation)

Hold LT + R Flick โ†‘โ†“ (Xbox)

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Should I Use Skill Moves in FC 26?

Yes, spending time practicing Skill Moves in FC 26 is absolutely worth it. This year, the moves are more responsive with smoother animations and sharper turns. Once mastered, they will become a key weapon to turn the tide of a match.

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Savannah Reed

Savannah Reed Experienced Game Editor

Savannah Reed is a senior game editor at LDShop.gg, specializing in in-depth coverage of RPG and strategy games. With a strong focus on titles like Wuthering Waves, Honkai: Star Rail and Whiteout Survival, she combines industry insight with firsthand player experience to deliver clear, informative, and actionable content. Her work is dedicated to helping gamers make smarter decisionsโ€”whether itโ€™s understanding new updates or optimizing their in-game strategy.

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