ECO code: A49
Neo-King's Indian: Fianchetto System
Moves: 1. d4 Nf6 2. Nf3 g6 3. g3 Bg7 4. Bg2 O-O
This opening is a flexible and solid system where White fianchettoes the king's bishop early, aiming for a strong control of the long diagonal. The characteristic feature is White’s setup with Nf3 and g3, which avoids early central tension and prepares for a well-supported central and kingside presence.
From White's perspective, this opening is generally more positional and defensive, focusing on solid development and control rather than immediate attacks. Black, on the other hand, often seeks counterplay by challenging the center later with moves like ...d6 and ...e5.
The Neo-King's Indian fianchetto system does not immediately attack the center but instead aims to control and influence it indirectly. White maintains a flexible pawn structure and prepares for central play depending on Black’s setup.
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.
Practice puzzles and train your tactics with real positions from games that used the Neo-King's Indian: Fianchetto System, and sharpen your opening mastery.
Puzzle 1 of 6 - Move #9 black