Blackmar-Diemer Gambit: Zeller Defense
ECO D00 ยท Blackmar-Diemer Gambit
The Blackmar-Diemer Gambit: Zeller Defense (D00) is a chess opening in the Blackmar-Diemer Gambit family, played by Black. It arises after the moves 1. d4 d5 2. e4 dxe4 3. Nc3 Bf5.
Moves: 1. d4 d5 2. e4 dxe4 3. Nc3 Bf5
About this opening
The Zeller Defense (3.Nc3 Bf5) immediately develops the light-squared bishop outside, as in the Caro-Kann, before deciding whether to return or hold the pawn. Black aims for sound development and neutralization of White's attack by placing the pieces on good squares. It is a solid, natural reply to the Blackmar-Diemer that sidesteps the complications by favoring structure.