Sicilian Defence
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1. e4 c5 is the favourite alternative to 1. e4 e5.
Black is waiting for White to play pawn to d4, in which case Black will capture this centre pawn with their c-pawn, even though this pawn is likely to be re-taken straight away. |
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The game typically continues (though there are lots of variations)
1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 d6 3. d4 cxd4 4. Nxd4 Nf6 5. Nc3 a6
Black’s pawn move to a6 (preventing a white knight on b5) is the most common variation
This position is shown in the diagram on the left. |
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Another common variation is the Sicilian Dragon. Here, instead of a6, Black plays g6, intending to build a stronghold.
5. Nc3 g6 6. Be3 Bg7 7. f3 0-0
This position is shown in the diagram on the left. |
