ECO code: D06
Queen's Gambit Declined: Austrian Attack, Salvio Countergambit
Moves: 1. d4 d5 2. c4 c5 3. dxc5 d4
This line arises after Black immediately challenges White's control of the center by pushing the d-pawn to d4 following the capture on c5. The Salvio Countergambit is a bold and somewhat rare attempt by Black to seize space and initiative early on.
Characteristic: The defining feature of this variation is Black's aggressive pawn thrust to d4, aiming to disrupt White's central presence and create immediate tactical complications rather than solidly defending the center.
Attacking or Defensive: Black adopts an attacking posture by advancing the d-pawn aggressively, while White must respond carefully to maintain central control and avoid falling behind in development.
Center Control: This opening features a direct contest for the center. Black's move d4 challenges White's central pawns, signaling an early fight for central dominance rather than a purely positional or defensive approach.
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 Queen's Gambit Declined: Austrian Attack, Salvio Countergambit, and sharpen your opening mastery.
Puzzle 1 of 7 - Move #8 white