English Defense

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Evaluation
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Depth
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Opening Overview: English Defense

"While Na6 is the main choice, b6 offers a different perspective. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a higher scoring weapon. This move aims to control the long diagonal."

The move b6 signals the English Defense, guiding the game into independent territory.

Trajectory: As the position develops, the priority becomes to emphasize piece activity and king safety as lines open rapidly. Plans should focus on how to prioritize piece activity and king safety as lines open quickly and develop rapidly.

Structure: The board features a Open Center. With a draw rate of 33%, the position is stable. Engines evaluate it at +0.44.

Also known as: Queen's Pawn: English Defence, Queen Pawn Game, Queen Fianchetto, Queen Fianchetto, Queen Pawn Game

Stockfish Analysis of English Defense:
+0.44 Balanced
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Technical Details for English Defense

  • ECO Code: A40
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 38% / B: 29%
  • Moves: 3
  • Aliases: Queen's Pawn: English Defence, Queen Pawn Game, Queen Fianchetto, Queen Fianchetto, Queen Pawn Game, Queen's pawn: English defence, Queen Fianchetto, Queen Pawn Game
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