Sicilian Defense: Smith-Morra Gambit Accepted, Siberian Variation, Siberian Trap

A sharp and aggressive gambit in the Sicilian Defense leads to a tactical trap for unwary opponents.

1. e4 2. c5 3. d4 4. cxd4 5. c3 6. dxc3 7. Nxc3 8. Nc6 9. Nf3 10. e6 11. Bc4 12. Qc7 13. Qe2 14. Nf6 15. O-O 16. Ng4

The opening begins with a pawn sacrifice to gain rapid development and open lines for attacking play. Black can accept the gambit and grab material, but must be cautious of falling into a well-known trap. The move Ng4 puts pressure on White's position, threatening to disrupt their development and create tactical opportunities. White must be careful not to fall into the trap by playing precise moves to defend against the threats posed by Black's knight. The opening leads to a complex and dynamic position where both sides have chances for an attack. Players of both colors need to be familiar with the tactical motifs and ideas to navigate the complications that arise from this sharp opening. Overall, the Smith-Morra Gambit Accepted, Siberian Variation, Siberian Trap is an exciting choice for players looking to create imbalanced positions and fight for the initiative.

Stockfish score: 0.0, depth 36
Games Statistics:
White/Draws/Black
49.6%
4.2%
46.2%
Bookmoves score:
RateWhiteBlack
0...1800--
1800...200037.063
2000...220048.760.3
2200...250053.258.1
2500...--