Everyone and their dog in the EA Sports FC community has been buzzing about one thing since the FC 26 beta dropped – Low Driven Shots. Not only is the Low Driven PlayStyle back, but word on the street is that it feels even more cracked than in FC 25. It’s the sort of shooting mechanic that makes goalkeepers look like they’ve forgotten how to dive, and frankly, it’s a proper game-changer for anyone who masters it.
So what’s the big deal? Well, for starters, Low Driven Shots are the bread and butter of sweaty goals – the type that pings across the turf with venom, leaving even the best keepers rooted to the spot. In FC 25, this PlayStyle was introduced a bit late to the party but almost instantly became a must-have for competitive play. Now, in FC 26, EA has swapped out the old timed finishing button combo and tied the Low Driven Shot to a simple but satisfying re-press of the shoot button. That means every single player on the pitch can attempt a Low Driven Shot, which sounds like a level playing field, but here’s the kicker – players blessed with the Low Driven or Low Driven+ PlayStyle pull it off with laser-guided accuracy that others can only dream of.
How to actually pull off a Low Driven Shot in FC 26
If you’re late to the party, no worries. The execution is straightforward, though it takes a few tries to get the timing just right:
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Power up your regular shot by holding the circle button (or B on Xbox) as usual.
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Before your striker connects with the ball, let go of the button.
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Tap the shoot button again right as the foot meets the ball.
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Watch your attacker pelt a low, driven rocket that skims the grass and often nutmegs a flummoxed goalkeeper.
The first few attempts might end up in Row Z or trickle harmlessly wide, but once you get the hang of it, you’ll wonder how you ever scored without it. For those lucky enough to have a player with the PlayStyle, the margin for error shrinks dramatically, and the ball stays glued to the ground with devilish precision.
Why Low Driven+ players are worth their weight in FUT coins
During the early months of FC 26, when everyone is still rocking basic Gold goalkeepers, having a striker or winger with Low Driven+ is basically cheating. Goalkeepers in EA Sports FC have always had a bit of a blind spot for low shots, and this PlayStyle exaggerates that weakness to comical effect. The ball travels at waist height before taking a sudden dive, or sometimes it just hugs the turf from the moment it leaves the boot, making reaction saves nearly impossible.
It’s no surprise that players are already scrambling to snap up any forward who boasts this trait. In Ultimate Team, the price gap between a card with Low Driven+ and the same card without it can be astronomical. Even in Career Mode, scouting a wonderkid that possesses this PlayStyle is like finding a diamond in a coal mine.
The cream of the crop: top Low Driven players in FC 26
EA has been generous this year – there are over 270 players in the database who carry either Low Driven or Low Driven+. That’s a ton of options, but not all of them are created equal. The real standout stars are those with Low Driven+, which takes the mechanic to an absurd level. While the full list is massive, some of the names that have been seen terrorising defences in the beta include elite-tier forwards like Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, and Heung-Min Son – all of whom can finish from angles that would leave other players shaking their heads. Even some midfielders and wide players who cut inside, such as Phil Foden or Rafael Leão, are rumoured to have the regular Low Driven trait, making them sneaky good options for long-range finesse… or rather, low-range rockets.
To put it in perspective, here’s a quick breakdown of what you can expect:
| PlayStyle Tier | Effect on Low Driven Shots | Ideal Player Type |
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| Low Driven+ | Maximum accuracy, increased power, and even dumbfounds elite keepers | Any striker, CAM, or winger you can afford |
| Low Driven | Noticeably better consistency and accuracy; still very effective | Budget beasts and mid-tier squads |
| None | You can still try, but expect more attempts to be saved or miss the target | Make sure to practice timing perfectly |
Tactics and tips to maximise the Low Driven meta
Now that you know how deadly this mechanic can be, it’s time to cook up a formation that actually lets you use it. The last thing you want is to have your Low Driven+ striker isolated up top with no service. Some of the best FC 26 tactics codes right now use narrow formations like 4-3-2-1 or a 4-2-3-1 with the CAM set to “Get into the box for cross”. The idea is to create chaos in the penalty area with quick one-twos, then let your attacker release a low driven shot before defenders can block. Players who are nimble and have high dribbling stats can turn a half-yard of space into a goal, especially inside the box where keepers have less time to react.
And if you’re the type who lives for Career Mode, you’ll want to keep an eye out for wonderkids who have the Low Driven PlayStyle from the jump. Snatching a teenager with that trait for peanuts, then watching him develop into a world-beater who routinely scores from low shots? That’s the stuff managerial dreams are made of. Some early scouting reports from the FC 26 career mode community point to a handful of hidden gems in the Belgian Pro League and the EFL Championship who could be absolute steals.
Bottom line: learn it or get left behind
Look, the FC community has always had a habit of finding the most broken mechanic and turning the game into a sweatfest – and Low Driven Shots in FC 26 are shaping up to be exactly that. EA might tweak it in a future patch, but for now, if you don’t have at least one player with this PlayStyle in your lineup, you’re basically playing with one hand tied behind your back. Whether you’re grinding Division Rivals, chasing that elite finish in FUT Champs, or just trying to style on your mates in kick-off, getting to grips with the Low Driven Shot will make you a nightmare to defend against.
So go ahead, hop into the practice arena, work on that double-tap timing, and don’t be surprised when the rage quits start rolling in. After all, it’s not sweat – it’s strategy.