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Advantage Puzzle (1854)

After the setup move Nd7, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Nd7. White to move.
Puzzle ID
0TN5i
Rating
1854
Side to move
White
Themes
Advantage, Middlegame
Material
Black is ahead by 1 point
FEN
r3kbnr/pp1n1ppp/4p3/q2p4/3N4/2N3Q1/PPPB1PPP/R3K2R w KQkq - 2 12

What to look for

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

AdvantageMiddlegame

Solution

12. Ncb5 12... Qb6 13. Nc7+

The full forcing line from the source position is:

11... Nd7 12. Ncb5 12... Qb6 13. Nc7+

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