ECO code: E65
King's Indian Defense: Fianchetto, Yugoslav Variation, 7.O-O Nc6
This variation arises after the moves 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 g6 3. Nc3 Bg7 4. Nf3 d6 5. g3 O-O 6. Bg2 c5 7. O-O Nc6. Black develops the knight to c6 aiming to increase pressure on the center, especially targeting the d4 and c5 squares. This move supports Black's plan to challenge White's central control and prepares for potential central or queenside counterplay.
Characteristic of 7...Nc6: This move is a flexible developing move that bolsters Black's grip on the center and prepares for active piece play. It often signals Black's intention to contest the center dynamically rather than passively defending.
Attacking or Defensive: From Black's perspective, this line is typically attacking, as Black seeks counterplay and central tension. White plays more positional and controlling moves, focusing on solidifying the center and kingside fianchetto.
Center Control: Yes, this opening involves active contesting of the center. White establishes a strong pawn presence on d4 and c4, while Black challenges the center with moves like ...c5 and ...Nc6, aiming to undermine White's central pawns and gain dynamic counterplay.
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 King's Indian: Fianchetto, Yugoslav, 7.O-O Nc6, and sharpen your opening mastery.
Puzzle 1 of 1 - Move #45 black