If your controller isn't working even after using the config tool, players often use these verified workarounds: How To Play FIFA 22 With A Generic USB Joystick (No x360ce)
Game developers designing FIFA-like control schemes should consider:
This "paper" or file is primarily used to resolve common hardware detection problems where generic USB controllers are not recognized or the Right Analog Stick does not function correctly. Common Fix : It often includes a modified buttonData.ini
If you are asking this because your controller is not working in-game, here is the standard fix:
Map buttons incorrectly (e.g., the "Pass" button is assigned to "Start"). Disable the right analog stick (used for skill moves).
When these devices use DirectInput instead of XInput, FIFA often misinterprets axis inputs and button IDs. The result? Your left trigger might act as the start button, or the right analog stick might not work at all. The method allows you to override the default mappings by editing plain-text configuration files.