ECO B90 Play as Black

Sicilian Defense: Najdorf

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About the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf

The most popular Sicilian variation, offering Black flexibility and counterattacking chances.

Move by move

  1. White takes central space.
  2. The Sicilian! Fights for d4 control.
  3. Develops and prepares d4.
  4. Prepares Nf6 and supports e5.
  5. Opens the position.
  6. Exchanges to create asymmetry.
  7. Recaptures centrally.
  8. Attacks e4 and develops.
  9. Defends e4.
  10. The Najdorf! Prepares b5 and prevents Bb5+.

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