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Build a repertoire with the first move — space, initiative, and a plan you understand.

Italian Game

Giuoco Piano

23 steps · main line

1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bc4 Bc5 4.c3 Nf6 5.d4 exd4 6.cxd4

White's oldest classical weapon. Build the two-pawn center, castle, then reroute the knight to g3 — strong center, active pieces, and real kingside chances.

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