Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (2138)

After the setup move Ng4, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Ng4. White to move.

Puzzle ID

0mk9C

Rating

2138

Side to move

White

Themes

Advantage, Attraction, Double Check

Material

Black is ahead by 3 points

FEN

r1b1k2r/ppp2ppp/2p5/8/2B3n1/4qN2/P1P3PP/R2Q1R1K w kq - 2 14

What to look for

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

14. Bxf7+ 14... Kxf7 15. Ne5+ 15... Ke8 16. Nxg4

The full forcing line from the source position is:

13... Ng4 14. Bxf7+ 14... Kxf7 15. Ne5+ 15... Ke8 16. Nxg4