ECO code: C36
Opening Name: King's Gambit Accepted: Scandinavian, Modern Variation, 5.Bc4
Moves: 1. e4 e5 2. f4 exf4 3. Nf3 d5 4. exd5 Nf6 5. Bc4
Description: This line arises from the King's Gambit Accepted where Black challenges the center early with 3...d5, known as the Scandinavian Variation. White responds actively by recapturing on d5 and developing the bishop to c4 on move 5. The move 5.Bc4 aims to put immediate pressure on Black’s vulnerable f7-square, a key focal point in many King’s Gambit lines.
Characteristic of 5.Bc4: This move is characteristic for its aggressive intent, targeting Black's weak f7-pawn and facilitating rapid piece development. It often leads to open, tactical positions where White seeks quick attacking chances.
Attacking or Defensive: From White’s perspective, this is an attacking move, continuing the initiative and putting pressure on Black’s position. Black’s setup is more defensive and reactive, aiming to consolidate the extra pawn and neutralize White’s activity.
Center Control: While Black challenges the center early with 3...d5, White maintains influence over the center through piece activity rather than immediate pawn presence. The opening is partially centered on fighting for central control but leans more towards piece pressure and rapid development rather than establishing a strong pawn center.
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 KGA: Scandinavian, Modern, 5.Bc4, and sharpen your opening mastery.
Puzzle 1 of 4 - Move #7 black