Black sacrifices a pawn with 2...e5, immediately challenging the centre and aiming for sharp, double-edged play. After 3.dxe5 d4, Black's advanced d-pawn cramps White's queenside development and creates serious tactical threats. White must navigate carefully to consolidate the extra pawn.
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You (White)
Your move - play White's next move
ProgressMove 1 of 5
Move Sequence
1.d4d5
2.c4e5
3.dxe5d4
4.Nf3Nc6
5.g3Bg4
Current lineAlbin Counter-Gambit
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