Philidor Countergambit, del Rio Attack
- 1.e4e5
- 2.Nf3d6
- 3.d4f5
- 4.dxe5fxe4
- 5.Ng5d5
- 6.e6
265 games
The del Rio Attack, 6. e6, is White's main try in the Philidor Countergambit's sharp 4. dxe5 line, driving a pawn wedge toward f7 and d7.
Train it in TheoriaAbout the del Rio Attack
The del Rio Attack, 6. e6, is White's principal move in the sharp line 4. dxe5 fxe4 5. Ng5 d5 and has been known since 1763. The advanced pawn cramps Black's development and supports the knight's jump to f7. The most popular reply is 6...Nh6, covering f7, while 6...Bc5 seeks counterplay; 7. Nc3 then forms the Berger Variation. Engines give White a clear advantage, yet Black scores better in online games.