How do you win faceoffs in NHL 08?

Question

I know that you pull the right analog back towards one of your players, but when do you do it? When the ref begins dropping the puck? When the puck hits the ice? Does the speed matter how fast you pull back the analog?

Answer 1

I wish I knew. Sorry

Answer 2

i click X and i usually win, but pulling on the analog stick at the right time helps

Answer 3

Some people like to "spam" faceoffs by keep on moving the analog stick the direction for the wins of faceoffs.  I usually do it 2-3 times as soon as the puck hits the ice.

Answer 4

Well i win a good percentage and the trick i use is:

Pull back on the analog stick prior to dropping it, then pull back when the ref is dropping, you should win 80% or more.