A48

Torre Attack: Fianchetto Defense

1. d4 Nf6 2. Nf3 g6 3. Bg5

The Torre Attack: Fianchetto Defense is a chess opening classified under ECO code A48. It is reached after the moves 1. d4 Nf6 2. Nf3 g6 3. Bg5.

It belongs to the Torre Attack family — one of many ways the line can branch. Understanding the parent system’s plans is the fastest way to play this variation well.

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