Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (1621)

After the setup move Be5, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Be5. Black to move.

Puzzle ID

0Hai3

Rating

1621

Side to move

Black

Themes

Advantage, Opening, Pin

Material

White is ahead by 2 points

FEN

r1b2rk1/pppp1ppp/1bn2q2/4B3/2BP4/5N2/PPP3PP/RN1Q1RK1 b - - 1 10

What to look for

Convert a tactical opportunity into a lasting advantage, often by winning material or forcing a favorable ending.

10... Nxe5 11. Nxe5 11... Qxe5

The full forcing line from the source position is:

10. Be5 10... Nxe5 11. Nxe5 11... Qxe5