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Chess Openings: Falkbeer Countergambit

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thechesswebsiteOpeningFalkbeer countergambitKing's gambit

In the Falkbeer Countergambit, black immediately challenges the center against the king's gambit from white. The aggression is taken away from white and given to black. White must be very careful not to play anything incorrectly or black can take over the game very quickly. This is a great defense for anyone that sees the kings gambit often and wants to throw their opponent a loop.

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