Black plays 3...Nf6 instead of 3...Bc5, immediately counterattacking the e4 pawn. This aggressive response forces White to make critical decisions - the safe 4.d3 or 4.d4, or the sharp 4.Ng5 targeting f7. The Two Knights leads to rich tactical play from the earliest moves.
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You (White)
Your move - play White's next move
ProgressMove 1 of 5
Move Sequence
1.e4e5
2.Nf3Nc6
3.Bc4Nf6
4.d4exd4
5.O-ONxe4
Current lineTwo Knights Defence
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