Nimzo-Larsen Attack · A01
Modern Variation, through 1... e5
1. b3 e5
In the centre, Black holds e5.
The first 2 moves, explained
- 1. b3 Prepares the fianchetto: the bishop will take the long diagonal via b2. Theory calls this the Nimzo-Larsen Attack.
- 1... e5 Stakes a claim in the centre, controlling d4, and frees the bishop and queen.
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Where this fits
This line is one of 18 in the Nimzo-Larsen Attack. If you want to know where your own games leave it, the guide on leaving theory explains how that is found.