For easy control of the ball, all you need do is hold down the L2 button with the direction key. With this your oppponent cannot possess the ball from you even if he is stronger.

For Theiry Henry's trademark goal. press the R2 button after guaging your shot by presing the box button.

For good set pieces all u need do is, after pressing the box and up directional button, you should immediately hold the triangle button + L1 to score.