ECO A80ECO A84 Play as Black

Dutch Defense

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About the Dutch Defense

An aggressive defense aiming for kingside attacking chances. Unbalances the position early.

Move by move

  1. Controls the center.
  2. The Dutch Defense! Controls e4 and plans kingside attack.

Lines with this name

The ECO classification gives the name Dutch Defense to 2 lines:

  • A80 1. d4 f5
  • A84 1. d4 f5 2. c4

Counter this opening

How to respond when your opponent plays the Dutch Defense