Italian Game

A classical open opening developing the bishop to c4.

The Italian Game (1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bc4) is one of the oldest recorded openings, aiming the bishop straight at f7 and fighting for a quick, principled fight in the centre.

Related terms
Ruy Lopez Scotch Game Scholar's Mate
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Italian Game ECO C50 →

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