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Opening· 8 plies

Catalan Opening: Open Defense

An entry in the Encyclopedia of Chess Openings (ECO E02), reached after 8 half-moves: 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e6 3. g3 d5 4. Bg2 dxc4.

Catalan Opening: Open Defense ECO E02
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