Queen's Pawn Game: Accelerated London System, Steinitz Countergambit, Morris Countergambit Accepted

The opening is a tactical variation in which White sacrifices a pawn to gain a strong central position and active piece development.

1. d4 2. d5 3. Bf4 4. c5 5. e4 6. dxe4

The Accelerated London System, Steinitz Countergambit, Morris Countergambit Accepted is a chess opening that arises after the moves 1. d4 d5 2. Bf4 c5 3. e4 dxe4. In this variation, White willingly sacrifices a pawn in order to gain a strong central presence and active piece development.

After White plays 1. d4, Black responds with 1...d5, establishing a solid pawn structure in the center. White then plays 2. Bf4, aiming to develop the bishop to a strong square and potentially support a future e4 pawn break. Black counters with 2...c5, challenging White's central control and aiming to open up lines for their pieces.

Now, White plays the aggressive move 3. e4, sacrificing a pawn to disrupt Black's pawn structure and gain a central foothold. Black accepts the gambit with 3...dxe4, capturing the pawn and aiming to consolidate their material advantage.

In this opening, White aims to quickly develop their pieces and put pressure on Black's position, utilizing the open lines and central control. Black, on the other hand, must be cautious not to fall into any tactical traps and should focus on consolidating their material advantage while maintaining a solid position. The resulting positions are often sharp and tactical, requiring both players to be alert and accurate in their moves.

Frequency: 32.8 %Stockfish score: -0.4, depth 45
Games Statistics:
White/Draws/Black
47%
5.4%
47.6%
Bookmoves score:
RateWhiteBlack
0...180052.350.6
1800...200050.650.6
2000...220051.650.7
2200...250054.955.8
2500...50.852.6