Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (2209)

After the setup move Bd4, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Bd4. White to move.

Puzzle ID

023gY

Rating

2209

Side to move

White

Themes

Advantage, Middlegame

Material

Black is ahead by 2 points

FEN

2kq3r/pp2np2/2b1p3/1N5p/3b1B2/8/PPP1QPPP/4R1K1 w - - 4 20

What to look for

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

20. Nd6+ 20... Qxd6 21. Bxd6

The full forcing line from the source position is:

19... Bd4 20. Nd6+ 20... Qxd6 21. Bxd6