French Defense: Normal Variation

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Opening Overview: French Defense: Normal Variation

By playing d4, the player enters the French Defense: Normal Variation, a setup within the French Defense complex. While b4 is the main choice, d4 offers a different perspective. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move directly controls e5 and c5.

Key Plans

  • Control the center.

From here, play typically proceeds with b5 or f5, leading into the French Defense. Data analysis shows a 40% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.

Also known as: French: 2.d4, C01, French defence

Stockfish Analysis of French Defense: Normal Variation:
+0.55 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for French Defense: Normal Variation

  • ECO Code: C00
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 40% / B: 29%
  • Moves: 5
  • Aliases: French: 2.d4, C01, French defence
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