ECO code: B01
Scandinavian: Icelandic Gambit Accepted arises after the moves 1. e4 d5 2. exd5 Nf6 3. c4 e6 4. dxe6 Bxe6.
This opening is a sharp variation of the Scandinavian Defense where Black sacrifices a pawn temporarily to gain rapid piece development and active play. The key characteristic is Black's immediate challenge to White's center with quick piece activity rather than passive recapture.
From Black's perspective, the Icelandic Gambit Accepted is an attacking opening, aiming to put pressure on White's center and seize the initiative early. White, on the other hand, generally adopts a more positional and somewhat defensive stance, trying to consolidate the extra pawn and neutralize Black's activity.
The opening directly contests the center: White initially captures a central pawn, and Black responds by developing pieces quickly to challenge and undermine White's central control.
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 34 - Move #6 white