Recover the Ball
If you are kicking off, here's how you can recover the ball. Make sure the indication arrow is on the kicker, then press C repeatedly. When the kicker is about to make contact with the ball, press A.
Stop Opponent from Making Extra Points
While your opponent is trying to kick a field goal, keep going offside until the ball is on the goal line. When your opponent tries to kick the ball, it will be too low