Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (2011)

After the setup move dxc4, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after dxc4. White to move.

Puzzle ID

0A1Jy

Rating

2011

Side to move

White

Themes

Advantage, Opening

Material

Black is ahead by 4 points

FEN

r1bqr1k1/ppp1nppp/2n5/b5N1/2pPP3/B4Q2/P4PPP/RN3RK1 w - - 0 12

What to look for

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

12. Qxf7+ 12... Kh8 13. Qh5 13... h6 14. Nf7+

The full forcing line from the source position is:

11... dxc4 12. Qxf7+ 12... Kh8 13. Qh5 13... h6 14. Nf7+