Neishtadt: Win in the opening! Vereinsbedarf Playing against the isolated pawn

Playing against the isolated pawn

while avoiding getting embroiled in a do-or-die tactical battle

Attacking the English/Reti

Chess language & terminology

Neishtadt: Win in the opening! Vereinsbedarf Playing against the isolated pawnLosing a game of chess in the opening or the early middle game is especially annoying. However, this is something that happens not only to novices, but also to experienced masters. A knowledge of opening disasters and of the correct replies to sharp continuations is imperative if a player is to master this difficult phase of the game, in which much is still shrouded in mist. Time and again unexpected combinative themes occur, striking the opponent