finesse shot
Soft, precise stroke
A finesse shot is a controlled, precise strike in sports—particularly soccer and video game simulations of it—that prioritizes accuracy and placement over power.
The shooter uses technique to curl or guide the ball into the corner of the goal rather than blasting it: He opened his body and played a finesse shot into the far post.
The term has become especially common through FIFA video games, where it describes a specific shooting mechanic.
- touchPerceiving through physical contact
- soft touchEasily persuaded person
- delicateEasily broken or harmed
- chipSmall broken-off piece
- lobHigh-arcing throw or hit
soft · deft · curl · spin · side spin · backspin · control · placement · precision · gentle · skilled · slice · scoop · flick · caress · volley · net · green