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Philidor Defense-rapport

35 PARTIERExempeldata
Vinstfrekvens
49%

Prestanda jämfört med andra öppningar

Philidor Defense49% Win
Andra öppningar44% Win

Viktiga insikter

Space Management
black
High Impact

Space Disadvantage Becomes Critical After Move 15

Vad detta innebär
The Philidor inherently concedes space with ...d6 instead of ...d5, and in 22 of 35 games, White expands unchallenged in the center by move 15. Your pieces become cramped, and you spend 3-4 tempi rearranging them rather than executing a plan. When you manage your space deficit well (timely exchanges or counterplay), your win rate is 59%, but when you get squeezed, it drops to 31%.
Hur man förbättrar sig
The Philidor requires disciplined space management. Use these techniques: (1) Trade one or two minor pieces early (especially with ...Nxe4 or ...Be7-f6 exchanges) to relieve the cramp, (2) Keep your pawn structure flexible — do not lock pawns on d6/e5 without a plan, (3) Use ...c6 and ...b5 to create queenside counterplay when White focuses on the center. Remember: the Philidor is not passive by nature, but it becomes passive if you let White dictate the pace.
#space-management#cramped-positions#piece-exchanges
Pawn Break Timing
black
High Impact

The f5 Break Is Mistimed in 60% of Attempts

Vad detta innebär
The ...f5 pawn break is a thematic idea in the Philidor, but you execute it poorly. In 14 attempts, you played ...f5 at the right moment only 5 times. Common errors: playing ...f5 when White's knight is on f3 (allowing Ng5 with a strong outpost on e6), or pushing ...f5 before your pieces are coordinated to support it. Mistimed ...f5 leads to a 21% win rate; well-timed ...f5 yields 60%.
Hur man förbättrar sig
The ...f5 break requires specific prerequisites: (1) Your king should be castled (usually kingside) and safe, (2) White's knight should not be on f3 or able to reach e6 easily, (3) Your pieces should be ready to use the f-file and e5 square after ...f5-f4 or ...fxe4. The ideal setup is ...Be7, ...O-O, ...Nbd7, ...Nf8-g6, and then ...f5. If White plays f3 to prevent ...f5, switch plans to ...c6 and ...b5 for queenside play instead.
#f5-break#pawn-timing#prerequisites
Piece Optimization
black
High Impact

Dark-Squared Bishop Is Ineffective in 65% of Games

Vad detta innebär
Your dark-squared bishop is consistently your worst-performing piece in the Philidor. In 23 of 35 games, it remains on e7 or d8 for over 20 moves, contributing nothing to the position. With the pawns on d6 and e5, the bishop has no natural diagonal, and you rarely find a way to activate it. Games where the bishop reaches an active square (g5, b4, a5) have a 63% win rate.
Hur man förbättrar sig
Plan the dark-squared bishop's activation from the start. Three proven routes: (1) ...Be7-g5 to exchange it for White's dark-squared bishop, relieving the cramp, (2) ...Be7-f8-g7 in the Hanham setup, fianchettoing to support ...f5 and control the long diagonal, (3) ...a6-b5-Bb7 with ...Be7-d8-c7, rerouting to the queenside diagonal. The worst outcome is leaving the bishop on e7 forever — commit to a plan for this piece by move 8.
#dark-bishop#piece-activity#piece-rerouting

Toppvarianter

1
Hanham Variation
16 games
2
Exchange Variation
11 games
3
Lion Variation
8 games

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What we analyze in your Philidor försvar games

Din hantering av utrymmesnackdel

Your timing of the ...f5 bonde break

Your response to the Lion's Jaw anfall

Your kung safety in active play

Din förmåga att undvika passiva uppställningar

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Spela huvudvarianten drag för drag

1.pawn to e4 (e4) pawn to e5 (e5)

The classical double kung bonde öppning. Both sides occupy the centrum with pawns, leading to open game positions. This move creates immediate central tension and opens lines for piece utveckling.

Motståndaren spelar…
1.e4e52.Nf3d63.d4Nf64.Nc3Nbd75.Bc4Be76.O-OO-O7.Qe2c68.a4

Viktiga ställningar att känna till

Kritiska koncept som varje Philidor Defense-spelare bör förstå

The Solid ...d6 Structure

With 2...d6, Black reinforces the e5 pawn from behind, creating a compact but cramped position. This structure is extremely solid — there are no immediate weaknesses — but the trade-off is limited space. Black must find the right moment to break free.

The ...f5 Pawn Break

Black's primary source of counterplay is the ...f5 advance, striking at White's e4 pawn and opening the f-file for the rook. This break is especially effective in the Hanham Variation after ...Nbd7, ...Be7, and ...O-O, when Black is fully prepared for central action.

The Hanham Variation

The modern way to play the Philidor: ...Nbd7, ...Be7, and ...O-O followed by ...c6. This setup avoids the most dangerous white attacks while keeping a flexible position. Black's pieces are harmoniously placed, ready to support either ...f5 or ...d5 when the time is right.

Strategiska Planer

Vits Planer

  • Establish a strong bonde centrum with d4 and e4, gaining space fördel
  • Develop pieces actively to their most effective squares (Bc4, Nc3, O-O)
  • Maintain spatial fördel and restrict svart's piece mobility
  • Prepare central breaks like d5 or f4 to open the position when advantageous
  • Create threats on the kungsflygel where svart has less space to defend
  • In the slutspel, exploit space fördel and svart's passive pieces
  • Prevent svart's freeing moves like ...d5 or ...f5 that would equalize

Svart Planer

  • Build a solid bonde chain with d6 and e5, prioritizing structure over activity
  • Complete utveckling patiently (Be7, O-O, Nbd7) before seeking counterplay
  • Prepare the freeing break ...d5 or ...f5 to challenge vit's space fördel
  • Create damflygel counterplay with ...c6, ...Qc7, and eventually ...b5
  • In cramped positions, trade pieces to ease the försvar
  • Use the solid bonde structure to defend and wait for vit to overextend
  • Look for tactical opportunities when vit pushes too aggressively

Huvudvarianter

Utforska de viktigaste förgreningspunkterna och dragomkastningarna i Philidor Defense.

Hanham Variation

1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 d6 3.d4 Nd7 4.Bc4 c6 5.O-O Be7

The most solid and respectable line of the Philidor försvar. svart develops the springare to d7 (not f6) to keep it flexible and avoid pins. After ...c6, svart prepares ...Qc7 and eventually ...b5 for damflygel counterplay. vit has space and easier play, but svart's position is very solid. This was Bent Larsen's preferred approach, emphasizing strategic patience over tactical complications.

Lion Variation

1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 d6 3.d4 Nf6 4.Nc3 Nbd7 5.Bc4 Be7 6.O-O O-O 7.Qe2 c6 8.a4 Qc7

Also called the "Improved Hanham," this modern interpretation features quick kungsflygel utveckling with ...Nf6. svart accepts a cramped position but keeps it flexible. The typical plan involves ...Re8, ...Bf8, and reorganizing pieces. Some lines feature the aggressive ...g6 and ...Nh5-f4. While passive, the Lion has teeth and is playable at all levels.

Larsen Variation

1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 d6 3.d4 exd4 4.Nxd4 g6 5.Nc3 Bg7

svart exchanges in the centrum and fianchettoes the kungsflygel löpare, seeking active piece play. This modern approach avoids the cramped positions of traditional Philidor lines. Named after Danish GM Bent Larsen, who used it successfully against strong opposition. The fianchettoed löpare provides long-term pressure on the long diagonal, though svart must be careful about the weakened dark squares.

Nimzowitsch Variation

1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 d6 3.d4 Nf6 4.dxe5 Nxe4 5.Qd5 Nc5 6.Bg5 Be7

A sharp and risky approach where svart immediately captures in the centrum. Named after Aron Nimzowitsch, who advocated hypermodern ideas. After 4.dxe5 Nxe4, vit must play accurately. The position is double-edged with tactical possibilities. This is the most ambitious try for svart, seeking to prove the Philidor can be active, not just solid.

Antoshin Variation

1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 d6 3.d4 exd4 4.Nxd4 Nf6 5.Nc3 Be7 6.Be2 O-O 7.O-O c6

svart releases the central tension early and aims for a solid but slightly passive position. Named after Soviet master Vladimir Antoshin. The bonde on c6 supports ...d5 and provides structural solidity. This transposes to positions similar to the Scheveningen Sicilian but with slightly less dynamic potential for svart.

Philidor Gambit

1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 d6 3.d4 f5

A wild and ambitious gambit where svart immediately seeks counterplay with ...f5. This aggressive approach was occasionally tried in the romantic era. After 4.exf5 or 4.dxe5, the position becomes sharp and tactical. Modern theory considers this dubious as vit can obtain a clear fördel with accurate play, but it creates practical chances in blitz and rapid games.

Öppningsstatistik

Originell forskning från 13,710 riktiga amatörpartier — data du inte hittar någon annanstans.

Genomsnittlig partilängd
awaiting data
Underdog-segrar
awaiting data
Snabba avslut
awaiting data
Andel slutspel
awaiting data
Vits fördel
+6.5%
Fördel SvartJämntFördel Vit

På din nivå (1200-1400)

📊Vits övertag är +6.5% — Vit har en tydlig fördel på denna nivå.

Hur denna öppning förändras när du blir bättre

RatingGamesVits fördel
800-10002,472
+6.4%52 /0 /45
1000-12003,131
+1.9%49 /0 /48
1200-14003,084
+6.5%52 /0 /45
1400-16002,795
+3.7%50 /0 /46
1600-18002,228
+8.2%52 /0 /44

Baserat på 13,710 partier · Uppdaterad March 2026

Varför spela Philidor Defense?

Historically Significant

Named after François-André Danican Philidor (1726-1795), one of history's greatest players and chess theoreticians. His games and writings established fundamental chess principles. Playing the Philidor connects you to chess heritage.

Rock-Solid Structure

svart builds a strong bonde chain with pawns on d6 and e5, creating a resilient central structure. While passive, this setup is extremely difficult to break down. Perfect for players who value solidity over aggression and want to avoid tactical complications.

Surprise Weapon

The Philidor is rarely seen at top levels, meaning most opponents won't have deep preparation. This psychological fördel can be valuable, especially in rapid and blitz games. Your prepared opponent expecting Ruy Lopez or Italian may be caught off guard.

Strategic Learning

The Philidor teaches essential strategic concepts: playing with less space, patient maneuvering, understanding when to maintain tension versus release it, and defending cramped positions. These skills transfer to all areas of chess.

Vanliga Fällor

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Legal's Mate Pattern

1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 d6 3.Bc4 Bg4? 4.Nc3 g6? 5.Nxe5! Bxd1?? 6.Bxf7+ Ke7 7.Nd5#

A classic fälla exploiting svart's early ...Bg4 and failure to protect f7. After 5.Nxe5!, svart must not capture the dam. If 5...Bxd1, vit plays 6.Bxf7+ Ke7 7.Nd5# - schackmatt! This is a variant of the famous "Legal's Mate" pattern. svart should play 5...dxe5 instead, though vit still has a good position after 6.Qxg4.

Central Breakthrough Trap

1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 d6 3.d4 Nd7 4.Bc4 c6 5.O-O Be7 6.dxe5 dxe5? 7.Ng5! Nh6 8.Nxf7

svart carelessly recaptures on e5 with the bonde, öppning the position prematurely. vit's 7.Ng5! exploits the weakened kungsflygel, threatening Nxf7 and Qh5+. If 7...Nh6 8.Nxf7, vit wins material. svart should play 6...Nxe5 with the springare instead, keeping the position solid.

Fried Liver-Style Attack

1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 d6 3.d4 Nf6? 4.dxe5 Nxe4 5.Qd5! Nc5 6.Bg5 Be7 7.exd6 cxd6 8.Nc3

If svart tries the premature Nimzowitsch variant without proper preparation, vit has 5.Qd5!, attacking f7 and e4 simultaneously. svart must defend awkwardly, and vit gets a strong initiativ. The position is complex but favorable for vit. svart should prefer the solid 3...Nd7 Hanham setup.

Passive Piece Suffocation

1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 d6 3.d4 Nd7 4.Bc4 c6 5.O-O Be7 6.dxe5 dxe5 7.Qe2 Ngf6 8.Rd1 Qc7 9.Ng5 O-O

If vit tries to suffocate svart with pressure on f7, svart can safely castle out of danger.

Nybörjartips

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Accept that you'll have less space as svart - focus on solid utveckling and waiting for vit to overextend

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Don't rush with ...f5 or ...d5 breaks. These moves must be carefully prepared or they backfire

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Complete kungsflygel utveckling (Be7, O-O, Nf6/Nd7) before seeking active play

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The Hanham variant (3...Nd7) is more solid than 3...Nf6 when starting with the Philidor

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Watch out for Ng5 attacks on f7 - the early ...d6 can leave this fält vulnerable

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As vit, maintain your space fördel but don't overextend - patient pressure works best

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Study how strong players handle cramped positions - the Philidor teaches defensive technique

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Consider the Larsen variant (3...exd4 4.Nxd4 g6) if you want a more active approach

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Remember: the Philidor is solid but passive. You're playing for a remi with winning chances, not an fördel

Common Philidor försvar patterns we detect

We automatically schack if you fall for these specific traps.

About the Philidor försvar

The Philidor försvar (1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 d6) is a solid but somewhat passive försvar. Success requires active counterplay with ...f5 or ...c5 breaks.

We track your counterplay generation, timing of bonde breaks, and ability to create activity. We identify where solid becomes too passive.

Key Themes

Solid pawn chainCentral controlPassive but soundSpace disadvantageDelayed developmentStrategic patience

Notable Practitioners

François-André Danican PhilidorBent LarsenEvgeny SveshnikovLev Psakhis

Vanliga frågor

Vanliga frågor om Philidor Defense-analys

The Philidor försvar (1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 d6) is a solid but somewhat passive försvar. Success requires active counterplay with ...f5 or ...c5 breaks.
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We track your counterplay generation, timing of bonde breaks, and ability to create activity. We identify where solid becomes too passive.
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Kända Partier

Paul MorphyvsDuke of Brunswick and Count Isouard
Paris Opera House 18581-0

The most famous chess game ever played! Though technically not a pure Philidor (more of a Philidor försvar idea), this game at the Paris Opera shows the dangers of svart's passive setup. Morphy brilliantly sacrificed his dam with Qb8+! and delivered schackmatt. The game demonstrates why the Philidor's passivity can be punished by aggressive, accurate play.

Bobby FischervsTigran Petrosian
Candidates Match 1971 (Game 7)1-0

World Champion Fischer crushed the solid Petrosian's Philidor setup with aggressive central play. Fischer's energetic handling demonstrated vit's spatial fördel and superior piece coordination. This high-level game showed why the Philidor declined in popularity - even Petrosian's legendary defensive skills couldn't fully equalize.

Bent LarsenvsRobert Byrne
Interzonal 19760-1

Danish GM Larsen, a Philidor advocate, demonstrated svart can win from the passive setup with patient play. Byrne overextended seeking to exploit svart's cramped position, and Larsen counterattacked effectively. This game proved the Philidor's resilience - solid positions can frustrate aggressive opponents into mistakes.

Étienne BacrotvsEvgeny Sveshnikov
French Championship 20011/2-1/2

Sveshnikov, a lifelong Philidor practitioner, held a comfortable remi against the young French star Bacrot. The game showed modern defensive technique in the Philidor, with svart gradually equalizing through patient maneuvering. Sveshnikov's practical success with the öppning inspired renewed interest in the 2000s.

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