Nimzowitsch Defense: Scandinavian Variation

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Opening Overview: Nimzowitsch Defense: Scandinavian Variation

By playing d5, the player enters the Nimzowitsch Defense: Scandinavian Variation, a setup within the Nimzowitsch Defense complex. Departing from the common Nimzowitsch Defense (e5), this line chooses d5. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move directly controls e4 and c4.

Key Plans

  • Prioritize maneuvering and flank attacks.
  • Control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure.
  • Feature: Locked Center, Fianchetto

In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to prioritize maneuvering and flank attacks. Data analysis shows a 36% win rate for White, indicating equality.

Also known as: Nimzowitsch Defence: 2.d4 d5, Scandanavian Variation, Nimzovich Defense, Scandanavian Variation, Nimzovich Defense

Stockfish Analysis of Nimzowitsch Defense: Scandinavian Variation:
+0.44 Balanced
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Technical Details for Nimzowitsch Defense: Scandinavian Variation

  • ECO Code: B00
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 36% / B: 27%
  • Moves: 6
  • Aliases: Nimzowitsch Defence: 2.d4 d5, Scandanavian Variation, Nimzovich Defense, Scandanavian Variation, Nimzovich Defense
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