Sicilian Defense: Smith-Morra Gambit Accepted, Finegold Defense

Sicilian Defense: Smith-Morra Gambit Accepted, Finegold Defense

The Sicilian Defense: Smith-Morra Gambit Accepted, Finegold Defense is an aggressive chess opening where White sacrifices a pawn to gain rapid development and attacking chances.

1. e4 2. c5 3. d4 4. cxd4 5. c3 6. dxc3 7. Nxc3 8. d6 9. Nf3 10. Nf6 11. Bc4 12. e6 13. O-O 14. Be7 15. Qe2 16. a6

The Sicilian Defense: Smith-Morra Gambit Accepted, Finegold Defense is a highly tactical opening where White offers a pawn sacrifice on move 3 to disrupt Black's pawn structure and gain a lead in development. After Black accepts the gambit, White continues to develop their pieces rapidly, aiming to launch a swift attack against Black's kingside. Black, on the other hand, aims to consolidate their position, defending the extra pawn and preparing to counterattack. The move 6...e6 is a flexible move, allowing Black to develop their light-squared bishop and prepare to castle. White often continues with 7. O-O, castling kingside to ensure the safety of their king. Black's move 7...a6 prevents any potential knight jumps to b5, preparing to challenge White's central pawn on c3. Both sides continue to develop their pieces, with White often focusing on controlling the center and Black aiming to neutralize White's initiative. The Sicilian Defense: Smith-Morra Gambit Accepted, Finegold Defense is a dynamic opening that leads to sharp positions, requiring accurate calculation and tactical awareness from both players.

Frequency: 0.08 %Stockfish score: 0.0, depth 45
Games Statistics:
White/Draws/Black
58.6%
4.1%
37.3%
Bookmoves score:
RateWhiteBlack
0...180059.940.1
1800...200058.950.5
2000...220057.654.4
2200...250055.452.7
2500...--