FUT Weekly Podcast

Professional Cricketers Steven Finn and Sam Billings, Professional Footballer Tom Pett, and esports coach to the stars Edgar Chekera join Ben in a FUT Weekly first. In this main pod they cover: Pett's 'Pro Player Card' & whether he deserves his workrates Mental difference between competing in FIFA vs Pro Sport Their FUT players of the year so far Rethinking FUT achievements Unexpected psychological benefit of FUT for footballers Whether being a footballer gives you an advantage in FUT SH Objective Bruno Fernandes thoughts SH Objective Ibrahimovic Review SH Objective Kessie at LB SH Malanga Sarr Prime Icon SBC should have been moments? Summer Heat players we'd love to see Much 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 bit.ly/morepod: What they take from professional sports and apply to FIFA How skill moves can be massively important for enjoyment/effectiveness Getting back into a game in FIFA vs real sport Learning from actual football: should you keep attacking or cynically close out a game? Focusing on what you can control Plenty of sports psychology insights! Much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In your supporter exclusive full week 40 of the FUT Weekly Pod, your host Ben is joined by regular & YouTube Icon AirJapes and trading & content expert Elyyt (aka Sean) to discuss: FIFA21 news from EA Play Summer Heat is actually hot 93 & 89 Objective Mendy reviews Support the pod and double the FUT Weekly Podcast content over on the Patreon for just the price of a coffee:- bit.ly/morepod This week's full edition includes: SBC Perisic Chemistry Easter Eggs? Thoughts on content this year Fodder Market Endgame purchase opportunities Why the False 9 has suddenly become both Ben and Japes favourite formation The best endgame CM (ever?) for free Much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 - 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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this preview of the full supporter exclusive week 36 Japes and Ben are joined by Serie A expert (retired FUT podcast legend & verified player) Italian Stallion aka Valerio. Your panel discuss: Chris Smalling (yes, Chris Smalling) Serie A TOTSSF intrigues and picks Japes bundle of Bundesliga thoughts 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: bit.ly/pointsmay20 SBC Coutinho verdict A huge huge miss by EA Dynamic cards live once again! Scoring from Free Kicks Good corner methods 3 at the back buildup tips Valerio's 4321 setup What to do from kick off Loads more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trading expert and content connoisseur Sean aka Elyyt stops by to join pro player and coach Skoldie and your regular host Ben to get into loads of TOTSSF Bundesliga and gameplay discussion: Football returns (TOTW doesn't) Ben’s Gold to Elite Weekend League tips — after struggling! TOTSSF Bundesliga breakdown Diego Carlos & De Jong TOTSSF reviews TOTSSF Benzema and Griezmann also reviewed Countinho SBC - worth it? Bundesliga box-to-box dilemmas Key things to understand around the TOTSSF market Matching your play style to your players and system is key Loads more! Enter the pod's 12,000 FIFA Point supporter giveaway, get this episode’s Extra Time podcast and keep the podcast going (for just $3 monthly) by supporting: bit.ly/pointsmay20 In that Extra Time pod: A deeper dive into Gold to Elite Weekend League tips Crucial player switching advice from coach Skoldie Addressing some key misconceptions around WL matchmaking Do injuries matter? More discussion around the Rivals and Objectives issues Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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: 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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: 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ahead of Team of The Season So Far TV's Iain Stirling (a bit later), Alex (The FIFA Analyst) and ImADuckQuackk (Market Expert) join Ben to dig into the world of FUT ahead of a different, but ultimately the same, TOTS: Community TOTSSF is coming - who will be good? What will look like good value come TOTS Do we need to get rid of TOTY? Should you turn off timed finishing? How much of a difference does P2W make? Subs and end of game tactical switches Best budget icons A FUT InFormation Audio Guide which covers the profitable grind that is the League SBC Method is the supporter's pod this week (available along with all bonus podcast for just a quid a month). Check it out at bit.ly/morepod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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: 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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: 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

YouTube icon ZwebackHD and TV's Iain Stirling join your host Ben in this week's preview of the full supporter podcast - diving into all things FUT Birthday: Weak Foot and Skill upgrades everywhere Birthday Havertz & Ozil Reviews Birthday Mbappe better than TOTY Mbappe? and more! Get the (plus double the pod content for just $3 monthly) and keep the podcast going by supporting: bit.ly/morepod In that full pod: How to use ping to your advantage What should EA do about TOTS? Birthday Hazard & Rashford Reviews Opening up space Solving shooting struggles Underrated Icon cards Loads more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AirJapes and Alex - The FIFA Analyst 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, who returns with Steve "The FUT Coach" Stokes and Futhead News Editor Emeritus and Free Pack Project creator Tom Mills, 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Skilling legend Kazooie94, Ex-Roma Pro Rannerz and rising FUT YouTube star CaniSports join Ben to discuss: - Picks from a fascinating ShapeShifters Team 1 - SBC Kimmich review - SBC Olaza and Mkhi thoughts - Are we being overwhelmed by content? - Kazooie & Rannerz talk us through some of the most effective and fun skills Plus in the supporter's Extra Time podcast: http://bit.ly/morepod - ShapeShifter Acuna review - How to pressure your opponent - Formations that help to press and beat players 1 on 1 - Our formations (and why!) - Competitive a problem for FUT? - Restructuring the Weekend League Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ex-EA Community Manager ChuBoi joins Japes and Ben for this preview of the supporter's full episode, digging into: - Upgrades pretty much axed, why? - Winter Refresh Squad: a refreshing change? - Icon Moments & Icon SBC chat Listen to the full pod, support FUT Weekly by becoming a patron: https://bit.ly/morepod - Why were Icon swaps removed? - Icon Swap vs Icon SBC debate - Skoldiee's TNF final clinching formations - How to apply pressure - How to get out of pressure - Helpful skills - much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A current star, TV's Iain Stirling, joins Ben and Matt to cover Future Stars! They dive deep into the players, SBCs and content - including how it could be improved - and much more! Listen to the full pod, support FUT Weekly by becoming a patron: https://bit.ly/morepod - Ben gets 87 Odegaard, gives some tips & reviews him - Thoughts on the 'new' objective upgrade system - Mid Icon SBC hype explained - Rannerz on which Icon Swap players to pick - Gameplay questions answered, inc: aggressive interceptions worth using? - Loads of other topics on gameplay and content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben is joined by FIFA coaches MrDoorey and Skoldie as well as streamer Chuffsters! In this pod they discuss: - Overload ball side OP? - Very useful 'patched in' technique & patch thoughts - FUT Future Stars is coming: who we might see - Objectives CB Tomiyasu and Shoji pairing & Aouar reviewed! Plus in the supporter's Extra Time podcast: http://bit.ly/morepod - Whether to use Drop Back / Low Depth to defend a lead - How to beat Drop Back - FUT Future Stars: hot off the press update Join before January 31st you can enter the 12,000 FIFA Point New Year giveaway here: http://bit.ly/podpoints20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TV's Iain Stirling joins his partner in crime Luke and your host Ben as they discuss the TOTY offering so far, pack weight conspiracies and much more in this preview! Listen to the full pod, support FUT Weekly by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/posts/32962026 - TOTY market - when to buy TOTYs and top players? - Luiz SBC - 532 actually OP? - McGullit - much more! Join before January 31st you can enter the 12,000 FIFA Point New Year giveaway here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-32775470 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former EA community manager Chu gives Matt & Ben his insights on: - Icon Swaps: why and is it good? - 'Community' vs EA - EA thought proccess - Is the competitive scene a problem? - Rivals mode thoughts - Loads more Become a supporter before January 31st and you can enter the 12,000 FIFA Point New Year giveaway here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-32775470 By doing so you'll also get this week's Extra Time pod - discussing Squad Battles tips and a pivotal moment for FUT many missed: https://www.patreon.com/posts/32807899 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As a Christmas gift to all you amazing listeners - this Quiz, PLUS the full ep with the panel's thoughts on FIFA20 so far, is available to EVERYONE until 26/27th December here: http://bit.ly/xmaspod20 AirJapes joins Ben and Skoldie, as the FIFA Legend attempts keep his crown! Some particularly intriguing questions mean that you'll probably learn something about FUT and player stats too! Get all FWP bonus podcasts and support the pod from just $3 a month: https://bit.ly/morepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Actual TV comedian Iain Stirling joins MattFT and Ben as they discuss: - A controversial futmas time - Why we have to change our mindset on players and the market - A "sexy" new TOTY card and promo - Why camera settings can be important PLUS in the exclusive Extra Time podcast https://www.patreon.com/posts/32072383: - Some Weekend League pointers: how to go up the ranks! - Rivals issues - RTTF Diego Carlos SBC worth it? - FUTMAS Cavani & Williams Get all FWP bonus podcasts and support the pod from just $3 a month: bit.ly/morepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Japes, Pro Coach Skoldie and The FUT Accountant (Nate) join Ben in this Preview of the Patron Exclusive Bonus Episode (full pod: https://www.patreon.com/posts/31879883) and get their teeth into: - Japes on why he thinks the 532 could be OP - Alternative effective formations - How to beat drop back & possession players Plus in the full Patron exclusive pod is available now, along with all bonus pods, for just $3: http://bit.ly/morepod - How to get late run tap-ins - Market Crash & FUTMAS investing - SBC Messi hype! - Goal & Squad of the Month winners! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Japes and Zelonius join Ben in this Preview of the Patron Exclusive Bonus Episode to dig into loads of gameplay chat action: - Why the 352 works so well this year (Zel went 30-0 with it) - How to use the 352 effectively - Most influential players we've used Plus in the full Patron exclusive pod is available now, along with all bonus pods, for just $3: https://www.patreon.com/posts/31879883 - Simple but excellent skill moves - How to stop through ball spam - Should you go defensive and feel out your opponent - loads more Huge thanks for your messages and condolences, and understanding about this being pre-recorded! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy AJ3 joins MattFT and Ben to discuss Road to the Final picks and tricks - plus the Vardy market crash. Plus in the full podcast Matt explains how he went from Gold 1 to Elite 2 and much more - get it, along with all bonus podcasts for just $3 a month at bit.ly/morepod In this pod: - Crashing Market - Joe Gomez and Corona verdict - Road to the Final picks, tricks and when to buy - Icon Swaps: best 'cheap' option to get In the full exclusive episode: - Going from Gold 1 to Elite 2 - The 4231 tactics that achieved it - Del Piero and Scream Ibrahimovic reviews - Andy FIFA enjoyment rant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben is joined by regulars MattFUTTrading and Steve, as well as a debut from recently verified competitive FIFA player: Laja10! The full podcast is available along with ALL other bonus podcasts for just $3 a month at bit.ly/morepod Laja talks about the gameplay techniques and tactics that meant he managed to go 28-2 in Weekend League with a 'budget' Road To Glory squad! They discuss: - Laja10's successful tactics - What the patch means for them - Why 2nd Man Press is so important Plus in the full length episode: - Do certain formations work only for top players? - UCL Market - Scream Continues! - Big profits from Icon Trading Check out Laja: https://www.youtube.com/laja10 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zwe (ZwebackHD) and Andy (AJ3) discuss Icon Swaps and more! The pod previews the full Patreon Exclusive Bonus Episode - available along with ALL other bonus podcasts for just $3 a month at bit.ly/morepod Steve and Ben are joined by Andy and Zwe to chat Icon Swaps - who to choose and how to complete the objectives? Plus MattFUTTrading gets into the impact of first owner objectives on a particularly interesting market! This Extended Bonus Podcast preview is brought to you by Harrys. Get a top of the range shaving kit sent to you for just £3.95 here: https://www.harrys.com/FUT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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: bit.ly/morepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy AJ3 and Iain Stirling join regulars Steve and Ben! The pod previews the full Patreon Exclusive Bonus Episode - available along with ALL other bonus podcasts for just $3 a month at bit.ly/morepod. This podcast focuses on the One to Watch promo and the Patreon Exclusive Bonus goes in-depth on gameplay tips and revelations! Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get bonus podcasts, support the pod and enter our 12,000 FIFA Point giveaway: bit.ly/morepod It's finally here! Week 01 has arrived! Japes and Matt join Ben to discuss how they've started FIFA20 with Japes filling us in on how successful last week's plan for starting the new game was. Plus Matt explains how he got to 1 million coins, without FIFA Points, in just a few days! Finally the trio discuss the importance of pace in FIFA20, whether it's balanced and what you can do to counter it! 00:00 How did Japes approach go? 12:20 Trading to 1m in 4 days 16:55 OTW Market / Predictions 21:35 How to weekly trade in FIFA20 25:50 ICON SWAPS! 34:59 Dealing with pace - is it balanced? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're celebrating launch with a 12,000 FIFA Point Giveaway: bit.ly/morepod We hear from two of FIFA20's Gameplay Producers, as Futhead's Luke interviews EA's Elliot and Sam at the Capture Event, they discuss the big changes coming to FIFA20 and how much more has been done than ever before to ensure this is a stellar FIFA edition! Before that though: fresh from the Capture Event: tips and discussion galore with YouTubers AndyAJ3 (a regular of course) and Reev (his debut!), as they talk: - Setup touch - Biggest changes - Pace in behind - Timed finishing - New interface - Long-term objectives - So much more! Get bonus podcasts, support the pod, all for just $3 per month: bit.ly/morepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben does a quick rundown on some BIG podcast announcements, with a bit of fun (or Ben's idea of it) thrown in. Support the pod through Patreon, get bonus podcasts and go ad free for just $3 a month! Just google "FUT Weekly patron" or go to https://www.patreon.com/join/futweeklypodcast Enter the patron's 12,000 FIFA Point giveaway: https://www.patreon.com/posts/giveaway-and-29816050 (or see most recent patron posts) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steve and Ben run through your unanswered questions, Gamescom gameplay thoughts and your end game squads! With the Beta under tight embargo, the pair are left to give post-Gamescom thoughts as FIFA20 gameplay footage hits the community for the first time! Many of you got your questions in and Ben and Steve rattle through as many as possible! From chicken chemistry styles and why the 41212(2) is so popular, to a cheeky FUT Economist question and the most common gameplay mistakes, this week's podcast has a massive range of topics! Finally, as you've undoubtedly heard on the podcast, we've teamed up with Beer52 to land all of you (of legal drinking age (18+)) in the UK a free case of craft beer. Don't miss it: http://www.beer52.com/FUT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nepenthez (he of nearly 2m YouTuber subscribers) returns to join Ben and Steve (The FUT Coach) and discuss the recently announced FUT20 features and speculate about the upcoming FUT edition. With an abundance of new FIFA20 FUT information coming out of late, the trio dig into the pros and cons, the speculation, and explain how they'd like it to see these exciting new features executed. Here is what they cover (plus much more) in this special : 00:00 FIFA19 content reviewed 09:11 Potential for a Player Growth System 15:41 New objectives feature 21:27 BIG interface changes - SBC issue? 25:07 Stat tracking in FUT? 37:38 'Gameplay' Mode Changes (Champs, Rivals etc) 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/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben is joined again this week by by gameplay specialists, who have both got hands-on with early builds of FIFA20. eChampions League finalist Ivan, aka Night_Watch_96, is notorious for 'stress testing' abusable mechanics and Valerio, aka Italian Stallion, has produced a number of insightful videos highlighting key flaws in the game and areas that need improvement. In the second of two episodes the trio discuss: 00:00: Shooting 'fixed' and improved? 14:09: Will new freekicks be too effective? 27:00: Player positioning and movement changes 30:17: An advantageous new setting 36:38: Crossing nerfed? As mentioned to check out, volunteer or donate to the fantastic charity Ben is volunteering for over this coming week: https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/charity-web/charity/finalCharityHomepage.action?uniqueVmgCharityUrl=freetobekids :) 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/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Your regular host Ben is joined by gameplay specialists, who have both got hands-on with early builds of FIFA20. eChampions League finalist Ivan, aka Night_Watch_96, is notorious for 'stress testing' abusable mechanics and Valerio, aka Italian Stallion, has produced a number of insightful videos highlighting key flaws in the game and areas that need improvement. In the first of two episodes the trio discuss: 00:00: Problems with FIFA19 and hopes for 20 11:48: Dribbling and concerns around 'crab walking' 22:41: Ball physics - significant change? 27:00: Controversial skill move nerf? As mentioned to check out, volunteer or donate to the fantastic charity Ben is volunteering for over this coming week: https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/charity-web/charity/finalCharityHomepage.action?uniqueVmgCharityUrl=freetobekids :) 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/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben is joined by York St John University’s Dr David Zendle for a deep dive into some serious Loot Box controversy. David published a recent paper linking loot boxes and problem gambling, which has raised serious social concerns. He explained why he defines Ultimate Team packs as loot boxes, where they are such a concern, why Kinder Eggs are not, and just how serious could the impact on FIFA be? The special is part one of a two podcast series about loot boxes (next podcast date TBC), the second will feature a panel discussion about the mechanic and what a loot box-less FUT might mean! 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/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben is joined by LukeZim from Futhead to discuss his hands on experience with FIFA20 at EA Play. From freekicks and penalties to slower gameplay and skill move chaining there are plenty of changes to discuss in this very early build. Wyse gives his thoughts on Ultimate TOTS, the pricey SBC, TOTS overall and the panel break down how upgrades are actually algorithmic, which leads to concerning stamina on certain players! 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/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices