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FIFA 18: EA is bringing back a seriously overpowered skill move

The Bridge dribble was absent from the last game

FIFA 18 will see the return of a new skill move, which wasn’t included in FIFA 17.

The Bridge dribble sees players knock the ball past the opposition before sprinting around them.


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While a variant of the Bridge could be done in FIFA 17, it wasn’t quite the same – and saw the player simply knock the ball slightly further forward.

Although it’s unclear why EA removed the move from the last game, the Bridge opens up space easily, ultimately allowing for easier attacks.

The Bridge Dribble was absent from FIFA 17 but will make a return this year

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The Bridge Dribble was absent from FIFA 17 but will make a return this year

This could be a ploy from the publisher to create more exciting games and chances on goal.

Some YouTubers, including FIFA vlogger MattHD Gamer, have demonstrated just how deadly it can be when performed correctly.

Earlier in the week, EA released a FIFA 18 gameplay trailer – showing off the game’s overhauled dribbling system.

New inclusions include the Bridge dribble, Zig Zag speed dribbling and the Explosive dribble.

So, how much will FIFA 18 cost?

FIFA 18 will cost around £49.99 – but given the demand, some outlets may undercut this.

We expect the cheapest the game will go for at launch to be around £45.

When will pre-orders start?

FIFA 17 pre-orders have kicked off now.

There are three editions: Ronaldo (Deluxe) and ICON (Super Deluxe) Editions. You can find more information by visiting the FIFA 18 website 

What is in each package?

Icon Edition 

  • Play from September 26th with 3 Days Early Access
  • Up to 40 FIFA Ultimate Team Jumbo Premium Gold Packs (two per week over 20 weeks – worth up to $120)
  • 3 match FUT Team of the Week loan player (one three match loan player for 20 weeks)
  • Cristiano Ronaldo FUT loan player for 5 matches
  • Ronaldo Nazário FUT Icon loan player for 5 matches
  • 8 special edition FUT kits designed by FIFA soundtrack artists

Ronaldo Edition 

  • Play from September 26th with 3 Days Early Access
  • Up to 20 FIFA Ultimate Team Jumbo Premium Gold Packs (one per week for 20 weeks – worth up to $60)
  • Cristiano Ronaldo FUT loan player for 5 matches
  • 8 special edition FUT kits designed by FIFA soundtrack artists

Pre-order for PlayStation 4,  Xbox One, and  PC

Standard Edition 

  • Up to 5 FIFA Ultimate Team Jumbo Premium Gold Packs (one per week for five weeks – worth up to $15)
  • Cristiano Ronaldo FUT loan player for 5 matches
  • 8 special edition FUT kits designed by FIFA soundtrack artists

What package would you recommend?

Personally, I wouldn’t get tied up by Ronaldo loans etc. All many people will really care about is the game, so I’d go for the cheaper option.

Just invest wisely and buy up players in the market who you feel will shoot up in value.


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