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.
Opening Name: Queen's Gambit Accepted (QGA) with 3.e4 e5 4.Nf3 Bb4+
Moves: 1. d4 d5 2. c4 dxc4 3. e4 e5 4. Nf3 Bb4+
FEN: rnbqk1nr/ppp2ppp/8/4p3/1bpPP3/5N2/PP3PPP/RNBQKB1R w KQkq - 2 5
Characteristic of the move 4...Bb4+: This check develops the bishop actively, putting immediate pressure on White's knight and king position. It also aims to disrupt White’s smooth development and can force White to block the check, potentially leading to doubled pawns or weakened pawn structures.
Attacking or Defensive: For Black, 4...Bb4+ is an attacking move. It seeks to challenge White's setup early and gain the initiative by checking and developing simultaneously. For White, the move demands careful defensive responses to maintain central control and avoid structural weaknesses.
Control of the Center: This opening line is very much about the battle for the center. White’s 3.e4 is a direct attempt to dominate the center, while Black’s 3...e5 and 4...Bb4+ apply pressure to undermine White’s central presence. Overall, the opening focuses on fighting for central control from the very early moves.
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