English Opening: King's English Variation, Four Knights Variation, Fianchetto Line, with .. d6, Be7

The King's English Variation with the Fianchetto Line is a solid and flexible opening choice for players looking to control the center and develop their pieces harmoniously.

1. c4 2. e5 3. Nc3 4. Nf6 5. g3 6. Nc6 7. Bg2 8. d6 9. d3 10. Be7 11. Nf3 12. O-O

This variation of the English Opening typically sees White fianchettoing their king's bishop early on, aiming to control the long diagonal and prepare for a solid pawn structure. Black, on the other hand, focuses on developing their pieces to prepare for the middlegame. By playing d6 and Be7, Black aims to secure their king's position and prepare for castling. Both sides have the opportunity to maneuver their knights to strategic squares, with White often aiming to put pressure on the center and Black looking to counterattack. The position is balanced, with both sides having chances for active play and strategic maneuvering. Overall, this variation offers a solid foundation for both sides to build their plans and navigate the complexities of the middlegame.

Stockfish score: 0.4, depth 30
Games Statistics:
White/Draws/Black
51.1%
4.5%
44.5%
Bookmoves score:
RateWhiteBlack
0...180057.249.6
1800...200058.047.8
2000...220059.250.2
2200...250055.248.4
2500...54.246