Chess Opening Theory/1. e4/1...e5/2. Nf3/2...Nf6/3. Nxe5/3...d6/4. Nxf7/4...Kxf7
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Moves: 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nf6 3. Nxe5 d6 4. Nxf7 Kxf7 |
Petrov Defence: Cochrane Gambit edit
White must act quickly. If he loses too much time, Black will be able to put his king in security.
White has a few weapons which must be used carefully and not be wasted. Three main options are available.
Theory table edit
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1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nf6 3. Nxe5 d6 4. Nxf7 Kxf7
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Main line | d4 - |
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Nc3 - |
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Bc4+ - |
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