"Departing from the popular Italian Game (d4), this line chooses c3. It succeeds by maintaining a solid objective evaluation while changing the character of the game. This move challenges the opponent."
The move c3 signals the Italian Game: Classical Variation, Albin Gambit, steering the game into independent territory.
Trajectory: As the position develops, the priority becomes 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 34%, the position is solid. Engines evaluate it at +0.27.
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