French Defense: Mediterranean Defense

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Opening Overview: French Defense: Mediterranean Defense

"Diverging from the popular French Defense (b5), this line chooses Nf6. It succeeds by maintaining a solid objective evaluation while changing the character of the game. This move exerts pressure on e4 and d5."

The move Nf6 signals the French Defense: Mediterranean Defense, steering the game into independent territory.

Trajectory: The strategic battle ahead will be defined by the struggle to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure. Plans should focus on how to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure and develop rapidly.

Structure: The board features a Fianchetto. With a draw rate of 32%, the position is solid. Engines evaluate it at +0.66.

Also known as: Mediterranean Defense, French, Mediterranean Defense, French

Stockfish Analysis of French Defense: Mediterranean Defense:
+0.66 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for French Defense: Mediterranean Defense

  • ECO Code: C00
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 41% / B: 27%
  • Moves: 6
  • Aliases: Mediterranean Defense, French, Mediterranean Defense, French
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