King's Gambit Accepted: Greco Gambit

The King's Gambit Accepted: Greco Gambit is an aggressive chess opening where White sacrifices a pawn to gain a strong attacking position.

1. e4 2. e5 3. f4 4. exf4 5. Nf3 6. g5 7. Bc4 8. Bg7 9. d4 10. h6 11. h4 12. d6

The King's Gambit Accepted: Greco Gambit is a highly tactical and aggressive chess opening for White. It begins with White sacrificing a pawn on move 2 to open up lines for rapid development and a strong attack. After the initial pawn sacrifice, Black has the option to accept the gambit by capturing the pawn or decline it by playing a different move.

If Black accepts the gambit, White continues with a knight move to support the pawn on f4 and maintain control over the center. Black can then choose to advance their pawn to g5, creating a pawn chain and preparing to counterattack. White responds by developing their light-squared bishop to c4, aiming to put pressure on Black's position.

Black can then develop their bishop to g7, preparing to castle and reinforcing their pawn chain. White continues with a pawn push to d4, further solidifying their central control and preparing to develop their remaining pieces. Black can respond with a pawn push to h6, preventing any potential knight jumps to g5.

The King's Gambit Accepted: Greco Gambit is a highly dynamic opening that often leads to sharp tactical battles. White sacrifices a pawn to gain a lead in development and create attacking opportunities, while Black aims to consolidate their position and counterattack. It requires accurate calculation and tactical awareness from both players to navigate the complexities of this opening.

Frequency: 2.9 %Stockfish score: -0.9, depth 40
Games Statistics:
White/Draws/Black
41.2%
5.2%
53.6%
Bookmoves score:
RateWhiteBlack
0...180049.557.7
1800...200054.859.6
2000...220057.559.7
2200...250053.658.8
2500...47.053

Variations:

King's Gambit Accepted: Philidor Gambit, Schultz Variation

The King's Gambit Accepted: Philidor Gambit, Schultz Variation is an aggressive chess opening that involves sacrificing a pawn to gain control of the center and launch a swift attack against the opponent's king.

Frequency: 3.3 %