The FIFA defending system saw a complete overhaul in FIFA 12 and FIFA 13 does not seem to have any significant changes. There are a few new things you should focus on in particular, but most of the key aspects of FIFA 13 defending are carried on from the previous game In general, patiently control your opponent until you have an opportunity to make a tackle, which you must time right. Of course, this tutorial will expand these steps and explain the FIFA 13 strategic defending process in-depth.

The FIFA 13 free kick system is very similar to the free kick system in FIFA 12. It actually seems as if the shooting dynamics haven't really changed, so if you had a method that worked for you in FIFA 12, it will likely work just as well in FIFA 13. The following free kick methods will be outlined in this tutorial: the Dipping Free Kick, the Driven Curled Free Kick, and the Driven Free Kick.

One of FIFA 13's most highly anticipated new features is the addition of a new Skill Games game mode in which you can practice multiple different skills and techniques to improve your game. There are eight different types of Skill Games, and this tutorial will give information on each one. For each Skill Game, there are multiple challenges that will be used to test your skill.

In FIFA 13, it seems almost a little bit harder to put away those chances you have 1v1 with the keeper. It's a bit tougher to decide whether you should go for the neat finesse shot into an open corner or just try to hammer it home with a regular shot from close range. Fortunately, there is a system to this that you can master -- you just have to learn what to watch for!