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Black answers 1.e4 with ...c5, controlling the d4 square from the side with the c-pawn. Because the two sides' pawn structures differ, both sides play for a win and the game tends to be sharp. It is a popular reply to 1.e4. There are many variations from the second move on, such as ...d6, ...Nc6 and ...e6, and all of them are called the Sicilian Defense.
Explanation
Game Moves
| # | White | Black |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | e4 | c5 |
| 2 | Nf3 | d6 |
| 3 | d4 | cxd4 |
Aim
Trade the c-pawn for White's d-pawn so that Black keeps one more central pawn. Put a rook or the queen on the half-open c-file and counterattack on the queenside.
Watch out for
White often develops quickly and goes after Black's king. Don't focus only on the queenside and fall behind in castling or development. There are many variations and a lot to memorize, so start by learning the ideas.
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