ECO C00 Play as Black
French Defense
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About the French Defense
A solid defense where Black builds a strong pawn chain and aims for counterplay on the queenside.
Move by move
- White takes central space.
- The French Defense! Prepares d5 to challenge the center.
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How to respond when your opponent plays the French Defense