Italian Game: Scotch Gambit

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Opening Overview: Italian Game: Scotch Gambit

By playing O-O, the player enters the Italian Game: Scotch Gambit, a setup within the Italian Game complex. This line follows the critical path of the Italian Game. This move tucks the King away.

Key Plans

  • Control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure.
  • Feature: Fianchetto

In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure. Data analysis shows a 45% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.

Also known as: Two Knights: 5.O-O, Scotch Gambit, Two knights defence

Stockfish Analysis of Italian Game: Scotch Gambit:
+0.67 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for Italian Game: Scotch Gambit

  • ECO Code: C55
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 45% / B: 31%
  • Moves: 14
  • Aliases: Two Knights: 5.O-O, Scotch Gambit, Two knights defence, Scotch Gambit
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