ECO code: D70
Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Goglidze Attack
Moves: 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 g6 3. f3 d5
This line is a sharp and aggressive approach by White against the Grünfeld Defense. By playing 3. f3, White aims to reinforce control over the central e4-square, preparing to establish a strong pawn center with e4 later. This move is characteristic because it supports an early central expansion while also preventing Black's usual thematic ...Ng4 counterplay.
From White’s perspective, this opening is attacking, focusing on building a dominant presence in the center. Black responds in a dynamic and somewhat flexible manner, challenging White’s center immediately with ...d5, aiming for counterplay rather than a purely defensive setup.
Overall, the Goglidze Attack is very much about central control and direct confrontation. White aggressively contests the center, and Black counters actively, leading to complex middlegame positions with chances for both sides.
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 Neo-Grünfeld Defense: Goglidze Attack, and sharpen your opening mastery.
Puzzle 1 of 1 - Move #42 white