Chess Opening Theory/1. f4/1...e6
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Position in Forsyth-Edwards Notation (FEN)
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Moves: 1. f4 e6 |
1...e6
[edit | edit source]This move takes advantage of White's exposed f4-pawn. Also, if White blunders with 2. g4??, Black may apply Fool's mate with 2...Qh4#.
The most common move in this position is 2. Nf3.
1. e4
2. Nf3
2. Other
1... other
1. d4
2. other
2. c4
With 2...e6:
With 2...g6:
With other 2nd moves for Black:
With 2...g6:
With other 2nd moves for Black:
2. Nf3
2. other
1... other
Flank
Unorthodox