The soccer simulation returns featuring core gameplay enhancements and improved visuals.

Step onto the pitch and play professional soccer your way in EA SPORTS FIFA Soccer 09.

Experience the most authentic soccer simulation EA SPORTS has delivered on the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system as you live the fantasy of playing as a professional player.

Features Include: 500 New Animation Sequences - The largest overhaul of the football animation system delivers more responsive, intelligent and realistic physical action.

Players move more fluidly around the pitch.

Smaller, nimble players possess quicker first steps and have the advantage in sprints.

New Collision Detection System - With 360 degree coverage players behave according to their physical attributes.

Stronger players now possess the strength to knock down smaller players during collisions or use their body and arms to shield the ball in challenges.

New Shielding System - Player strength and momentum determine outcomes in challenges.

Slow the pace of a game with increased control shielding the ball, enabling you to bring support players into the action.

Plus, players can push off defenders to create space at the risk of being called for a foul.

Pro Skill Moves - Four new skill gives you a total of 32 tricks in your arsenal, making it easier to recreate signature moves of the real-world superstars.

Now perform scoop turns, rainbow flicks, heel-to-heel knocks and ball rolls just like Ronaldinho.

New Controls - Pass, shoot, and score using a graduated control system.

Start with the simplified two-button control system and then learn more controls at your own pace on-the-fly.

Now even players new to the game can challenge the best.