English Opening: Anglo-Scandinavian Defence

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Opening Overview: English Opening: Anglo-Scandinavian Defence

By playing cxd5, the player enters the English Opening: Anglo-Scandinavian Defence, a system within the English Opening complex. Deviating from the popular Réti Opening (Nf3), this line chooses cxd5. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a statistically stronger weapon. This move resolves central tension.

Critical Concepts

  • Emphasize piece activity and king safety as lines open rapidly.
  • Feature: Open Center

From here, play often proceeds with e6 or Nf6, leading into the English Opening. Data analysis shows a 41% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.

Also known as: English: Vector

Stockfish Analysis of English Opening: Anglo-Scandinavian Defence:
+0.80 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for English Opening: Anglo-Scandinavian Defence

  • ECO Code: A10
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 41% / B: 25%
  • Moves: 5
  • Aliases: English: Vector
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