Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (2082)

After the setup move h6, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after h6. White to move.

Puzzle ID

0OiJ9

Rating

2082

Side to move

White

Themes

Advantage, Attraction, Middlegame

Material

Black is ahead by 1 point

FEN

r2q1rk1/1p1bppb1/p2p1npp/2p2PN1/P1B1P2Q/2N5/1PnP2PP/R1B2RK1 w - - 0 13

What to look for

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

13. Nxf7 13... Rxf7 14. fxg6 14... e6 15. gxf7+

The full forcing line from the source position is:

12... h6 13. Nxf7 13... Rxf7 14. fxg6 14... e6 15. gxf7+