Had the mates over tonight for some football and beers. We played random selection matches.
When I played a mate who was constantly pressuring and slide tackling, I could counter that to some degree.
But at the same time it showed how broken the ref and collision system can be. If you force it, it can look and feel like the hell of football video games.

Had good matches when both players had football in mind. Build up, counter, AI pressure...
So yes, it’s partly down to how it is played. Not saying one is playing it wrong though.
Edit: heard one of the guys saying: „look how cool the misplaced paces look. I like that.“
I was just grinning and kept on playing.
Edit: and every time we play I have to explain to the new guys, or the one not interested in football but sitting by, that for me it’s not about winning alone but how I accomplish that! Call me the Mou of PES, but I really have a look at HOW my team is playing/winning.
There is so much beauty in this game hampered by its flaws. So unnecessarily hampered by!! It’s crazy sometimes. Still... it delivers for me, with all the positives it brings to the table!
It’s up to everyone to enjoy what is given!
We want more, I want more... and there will be more in the future (wich looks bright overall). Like I spread out me tactics... be patient and there will be deliverance!
Peace.
