Center Game: von der Lasa Gambit
ECO C21 ยท Center Game
The Center Game: von der Lasa Gambit (C21) is a chess opening in the Center Game family, played by White. It arises after the moves 1. e4 e5 2. d4 exd4 3. Bc4.
Moves: 1. e4 e5 2. d4 exd4 3. Bc4
About this opening
The von der Lasa Gambit (3.Bc4) forgoes recapturing d4 to develop the bishop to c4 and target f7, in the manner of the Danish Gambit. White banks on fast development and an early attack in compensation for the pawn. The objective validity stays modest, but the line leads to lively, open play. A romantic option for those who like to attack from the opening.