Chess Opening Theory/1. e4/1...c5/2. c4

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Position in Forsyth-Edwards Notation (FEN)
Moves: 1. e4 c5 2. c4

Sicilian - Staunton-Cochrane variation (English variation)

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2. c4, the purpose here is to restrict Black from the freeing move d5 and bring a Maróczy Bind. The downside is that White is no longer able to support d4 with a pawn.

Theory table

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1. e4 c5 2. c4

2
c4
Nc6
Nc3
g6
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...
g6
 
 
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...
d6
 
 
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...
e6
 
 
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References

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  • 2.c4 from 365chess.com


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Chess openings quick reference
1. e4
2. Nf3
With 2...Nc6:
With other 2nd moves:
2. Other
1... other
1. d4
Flank
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