The English Opening: Anglo-Lithuanian Variation reaches a named position after 1 move: 1. c4 Nc6
In practical games, this line matters because the early pawn and piece choices decide which middlegame plans are natural. Use the board above to learn the move order, then complete Practice without hints before adding the opening to your regular queue.
If this exact branch does not appear in your games, study the related lines below. Openings often transpose, and recognizing the family pattern is more useful than memorizing one narrow sequence.
The idea behind this line
White controls d5 from the flank and keeps several central structures available.
What to look for
- Claim central space before White does.
- Use ...d5 or ...e5 decisively.
- Watch queenside expansion after Bg2.
Position details
This line branches from English Opening with Nc6.
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