English Opening: Agincourt Defense

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Opening Overview: English Opening: Agincourt Defense

By playing e6, the player enters the English Opening: Agincourt Defense, a setup within the English Opening complex. While f5 is the consensus choice, e6 offers a fresh perspective. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move strengthens the d5 square.

Key Plans

  • Prioritize piece activity and king safety as lines open quickly.
  • Feature: Open Center

In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to prioritize piece activity and king safety as lines open quickly. Data analysis shows a 36% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Also known as: English: 1...e6, Agincourt; Kurajica Defense, English; A13, English opening

Stockfish Analysis of English Opening: Agincourt Defense:
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Technical Details for English Opening: Agincourt Defense

  • ECO Code: A13
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 36% / B: 37%
  • Moves: 3
  • Aliases: English: 1...e6, Agincourt; Kurajica Defense, English; A13, English opening, Agincourt; Kurajica Defense, English; A13
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