ECO code: A10
English Opening: Anglo-Dutch Variation, Ferenc Gambit fxe4
This variation arises after the moves 1. c4 f5 2. Nc3 Nf6 3. e4 fxe4. Black accepts the gambit pawn on e4, challenging White’s early central thrust while maintaining the Dutch Defense setup with ...f5.
Characteristic: Black’s ...fxe4 captures the pawn to disrupt White’s control of the center and aims to gain material, but it also slightly weakens Black’s kingside structure and delays development.
Attacking or Defensive: From White’s perspective, this line is attacking, as White sacrifices a central pawn to open lines and rapidly develop pieces toward the center. Black’s move is more defensive and pragmatic, focusing on material gain and counterattacking chances rather than immediate central control.
Center Control: The opening involves a direct contest of the center. White attempts to dominate the center with e4 early, while Black’s acceptance of the gambit challenges White’s center and tries to undermine it from the flank with ...f5 and piece play.
This opening is defined by the position shown on the board below. The moves displayed are a typical sequence that leads to it, but different sequences can reach the same position and still carry the same opening name.
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Puzzle 1 of 1 - Move #20 black