Philidor Defense: Lion Variation, Lion's Claw, with Be2 and c6

1.
1. e4
2. e5
2.
3. Nf3
4. d6
3.
5. d4
6. Nf6
4.
7. Nc3
8. Nbd7
5.
9. Be2
10. Be7
6.
11. O-O
12. c6

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The Philidor Defense: Lion Variation, Lion's Claw, with Be2 and c6 is a chess opening classified under ECO code C41 (Open games). It is a variation of the Philidor Defense family. Step through the moves on the board above, then play the line yourself or review it with the built-in engine.