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3...Nc6: gain the centre with tempo
Black develops with 3...Nc6 without resolving the centre
Train full lineThe plan
The fxe5 and d4 sequence chases the knight and gives White a highly advanced centre.
- Open the f-file
- Gain tempi on the e5 knight
- Develop quickly before the centre is attacked
Watch out
- The advanced centre needs development behind it, or it may become a target