Chess Opening Theory/1. c3/1...e5

Saragossa Opening with 1... e5
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Position in Forsyth-Edwards Notation (FEN)
Moves: 1.c3 1...e5
ECO code: A00
Parent: Saragossa Opening

1... e5

This is the most normal response since it takes the center and allows development of the dark squared bishop and queen.


Theory table

1.c3 e5

The most common move from Lichess untitled players.


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Chess Opening Theory
1. e4 e5
Open game
2. Nf3
With 2...Nc6:
  • Four knights ()
  • Italian game ()
  • Spanish game ()

With other 2nd moves:

2. Other
1. e4 c5
Sicilian defence
1. e4 ...other: