ECO code: D06
Opening Name: Queen's Gambit Declined (QGD) with 2...Bf5 3.Nf3 e6 4.Nc3
Moves: 1. d4 d5 2. c4 Bf5 3. Nf3 e6 4. Nc3
Description: This line of the Queen's Gambit Declined features an early development of Black's light-squared bishop to f5 before playing ...e6. By playing 2...Bf5, Black aims to maintain active piece play and avoid the traditional problem of the bad light-squared bishop trapped behind the pawn chain that often occurs in the QGD.
Characteristic: The move 2...Bf5 is characteristic for its intent to develop Black’s bishop outside the pawn chain early, which can lead to more dynamic play compared to the classical QGD setup with ...e6 first. White's move 4.Nc3 supports the center and prepares for further development, challenging Black’s setup.
Attacking or Defensive: From White’s perspective, this opening is generally attacking in nature, as White seeks to build strong central control and can pressure Black’s bishop and center. Black’s setup is more solid and somewhat defensive, aiming to maintain a robust pawn structure while developing pieces actively.
Center Control: Yes, this opening actively contests the center. White’s moves 1.d4 and 2.c4 directly challenge Black’s central pawn on d5, and Black responds by supporting the center with ...d5 and ...e6, while developing the bishop to f5 to exert pressure. Both sides focus on central tension and 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.
Practice puzzles and train your tactics with real positions from games that used the QGD: 2...Bf5 3.Nf3 e6 4.Nc3, and sharpen your opening mastery.
Puzzle 1 of 6 - Move #8 white