Beginner
9 min
Playing Against the French
Build a big centre, gain space and learn the simple plan of the Advance Variation.
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Why take this lesson?
Against the French Defense, we will take the centre and then advance our king pawn. The plan is simple and easy to remember.
What you will learn
- Black prepares the challenge
- Black strikes in the centre
- Black attacks the base
- Your plan is ready
From understanding to practice
Work through the lesson step by step: discover an idea, study the positions and check your understanding with the lessonâs exercises. Explanations and feedback help you understand the decisions, not just memorise moves.