Sicilian Defense: Smith-Morra Gambit

ECO B21 · Sicilian Defense · gambit · intermediate

The Sicilian Defense: Smith-Morra Gambit (B21) is a gambit chess opening in the Sicilian Defense family, played by Black. It arises after the moves 1. e4 c5 2. d4 cxd4 3. c3. Gambit with c3-d4. Rapid development for the pawn. Recommended for intermediate players.

Moves: 1. e4 c5 2. d4 cxd4 3. c3

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