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NHL 21: How to Win Faceoffs

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In NHL 21, you’re going to need to score in order to win the game. This means that getting possession is key, as it is the only way to go on the offensive and score points. Faceoffs are the best way to control the puck, so you’re going to want to get really good at them. Here is everything you need to know about how to win faceoffs in NHL 21.

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Faceoffs occurring in NHL 21 whenever you start a new period, score a goal, or have a stoppage in play. As such, you’ll definitely be doing a lot of them throughout each game you play.

How to Win Faceoffs in NHL 21

It is important to note that there are a number of different faceoffs in NHL 21. Each one of these has their own specific advantage, especially when playing against harder AI or more experienced users online.

Below, we have a table detailing the different types of faceoffs and how to execute them in-game.

It is important to note that some of these are best used only in certain situations. For example, a tie-up is a movement best reserved when playing with someone else on your team.

Give you teammate a heads up that you’ll be doing a tie-up and they’ll be able to swoop in and grab the puck, hopefully with an open lane to boot.

When it comes down to it, a lot of winning faceoffs is just going to come down to timing. As such, just keep practicing them and you’ll steadily improve.

Work on these faceoffs and we’ve got no doubt you’re on your way to becoming the next big superstar in NHL 21.

That is everything you need to know about how to win faceoffs in NHL 21. If you’re still looking for some more coaching that’ll help you on the ice, check out the rest of Twinfinite, as we’ve got plenty of other helpful guides throughout the site.


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Andrew McMahon
Andrew was Twinfinite's Features Editor from 2020 through until March 2023 and wrote for the site from 2018. He has wandered around with a Bachelor's Degree in Communications sitting in his back pocket for a while now, all the while wondering what he is going to do for a career. Luckily, video games have always been there, especially as his writing career progresses.