Bruiser PlayStyle

Who has this PlayStyle and what does it do?

Who has it?
A player who is known for winning possession by physical imposition.

PlayStyle Effect
Greater strength when performing physical tackles.

PlayStyle+ Effect
Even greater strength when performing physical tackles.

How do you use this PlayStyle?

The way in which this PlayStyle works is there is primarily no specific button press to activate it as the description states the PlayStyle gives “greater strength when performing physical tackles”, which implies you simply have extra strength during tackles.

If you use Tactical Defending then this PlayStyle will likely only activate when performing a Stand Tackle (O/B), however if you use Advanced Defending than this PlayStyle is much more beneficial as it activates when performing the Seal Out (X/A) defensive action.

What is the most effective way to use this PlayStyle?

This PlayStyle is most effective when using Advanced Defending and you use the Seal Out mechanic, as what this does is that you essentially go shoulder to shoulder with an opponent and it utilises your players strength to barge them off of the ball.

This is reliant on the size and physicality of your player, so if a player has good size, physicality and this PlayStyle then they can really utilise their strength much more than others.

What are the Pros and Cons of this PlayStyle?

Pros

• The main pro is the greater strength when performing physical tackles makes your defenders much more dominant in the tackle.
• (Advanced Defending) Utilising the Seal Out mechanic with this PlayStyle allows defenders to shoulder barge opponents off of the ball easily.

Cons

• There isn’t really a con for the PlayStyle, it is a good defensive PlayStyle to have.