Bishop's Opening: Philidor Counterattack
ECO C23 ยท Bishop's Opening
The Bishop's Opening: Philidor Counterattack (C23) is a chess opening in the Bishop's Opening family, played by Black. It arises after the moves 1. e4 e5 2. Bc4 c6.
Moves: 1. e4 e5 2. Bc4 c6
About this opening
The Philidor Counterattack (2.Bc4 c6) prepares central expansion with ...d5 to chase the c4 bishop and claim the center. Black adopts a solid, flexible approach, in the spirit of Caro-Kann or Philidor structures. The ...c6 move is modest but sound, aiming to neutralize the white bishop's activity. It is a measured reply for those who prefer solidity to immediate tactical confrontation.