Openings

Italian Game: Hungarian Defense

1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bc4 Be7

In the Hungarian Defense Black meets the aggressive 3.Bc4 with the quiet developing move 3...Be7. White will gain space in the center and Black must be ready to defend a cramped position.

Pros:

  • Solid
  • Little theory to know

Cons:

  • Cramped
  • Very little counterplay
  • Passive
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