Nimzowitsch Defence: 2.Nc3 Nf6

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Opening Overview: Nimzowitsch Defence: 2.Nc3 Nf6

By playing Nf6, the player enters the Nimzowitsch Defence: 2.Nc3 Nf6, a system within the Nimzowitsch Defence complex. Diverging from the popular Nimzowitsch Defense (e6), 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.

Critical Concepts

  • Emphasize piece activity and king safety as lines open rapidly.
  • Control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure.
  • Feature: Open Center, Fianchetto

The strategic battle ahead will be defined by the struggle to emphasize piece activity and king safety as lines open rapidly. Data analysis shows a 35% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Also known as: Breyer Defense, Nimzovich, Breyer Defense, Nimzovich

Stockfish Analysis of Nimzowitsch Defence: 2.Nc3 Nf6:
+0.17 Balanced
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Technical Details for Nimzowitsch Defence: 2.Nc3 Nf6

  • ECO Code: B00
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 35% / B: 32%
  • Moves: 6
  • Aliases: Breyer Defense, Nimzovich, Breyer Defense, Nimzovich
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