Sicilian: Smith-Morra, 4.Nxc3 Nc6 5.Nf3

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Opening Overview: Sicilian: Smith-Morra, 4.Nxc3 Nc6 5.Nf3

By playing Nf3, the player enters the Sicilian: Smith-Morra, 4.Nxc3 Nc6 5.Nf3, a setup within the Sicilian Defense complex. This line follows the critical path of the Sicilian Defense. This move directly controls e5 and d4. However engines consider this ambitious, often preferring safer alternatives.

Key Plans

  • Prioritize piece activity and king safety as lines open quickly.
  • Control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure.
  • Feature: Open Center, Fianchetto

From here, play typically proceeds with d6 or e6, leading into the Sicilian. Data analysis shows a 44% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.

Stockfish Analysis of Sicilian: Smith-Morra, 4.Nxc3 Nc6 5.Nf3:
+0.88 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for Sicilian: Smith-Morra, 4.Nxc3 Nc6 5.Nf3

  • ECO Code: B21
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 44% / B: 27%
  • Moves: 14
  • Aliases: None
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