ECO code: B01
Scandinavian Defense: 2...Qxd5, Main Line, 6.Bc4
This line arises after the moves 1. e4 d5 2. exd5 Qxd5 3. Nc3 Qa5 4. d4 Nf6 5. Nf3 c6 6. Bc4. Here, White develops the bishop actively to c4, aiming at Black's sensitive f7-square and increasing pressure on Black’s position.
Characteristic of 6.Bc4: This move is a natural developing move that targets Black’s weak f7 pawn early in the opening and supports White’s control over the center. It also prepares for quick castling and rapid piece activity.
Attacking or Defensive: For White, 6.Bc4 is an attacking move, putting immediate pressure on Black’s kingside and central squares. For Black, the position requires careful defensive handling to neutralize White’s initiative, often by solidifying the center and preparing safe king placement.
Center Control: This opening actively contests the center. White's pawn on d4 and pieces aim to dominate central squares, while Black challenges this control primarily through the c6 pawn and piece development. Overall, White maintains a slight lead in central influence early on.
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 Scandinavian: 2...Qxd5, Main Line, 6.Bc4, and sharpen your opening mastery.
Puzzle 1 of 5 - Move #8 white