Opening course · C55 to C59
Learn the Two Knights Defence
The Two Knights Defence starts with 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bc4 Nf6. Meet the Italian with a counter-attack, and never fear the Fried Liver.
- You play Black
- For club players
- Rated about 900 to 2400
What you will learn
- 1 The idea 3 steps
- 2 Main line 15 steps
- 3 Key variations 5 steps
- 4 Traps 2 steps
- 5 Plans and middlegames 4 steps
- 6 Test yourself 8 steps
Key ideas
- 3…Nf6 hits e4. Against 4.Ng5, play 4…d5.
- After 5.exd5 never 5…Nxd5: play 5…Na5 and give a pawn for time.
- …c6, …h6 and …e4 chase White’s pieces around.
Traps you will see
- The Fried Liver Set by White
- Too slow on f7 Set by White
Model games
- Károly Honfi Mikhail Tal Sarajevo · 1966
- Jules Arnous de Rivière Paul Morphy Paris · 1863
Questions
Is the Two Knights Defence good for beginners?
It suits club players from about 900 to 2400. Beginners can follow the course, but some lines need care.
What are the first moves of the Two Knights Defence?
1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bc4 Nf6.
How long is the course?
6 chapters with 37 steps, each played out on the board with your coach.
Which traps does the course cover?
- The Fried Liver
- Too slow on f7