The Fried Liver Attack is an aggressive and popular opening that arises from the Italian Game. Ideal for players who enjoy tactical battles, this opening is characterized by sharp lines and quick attacks on the f7 square.

Key Concepts:

– Understand the Italian Game setup leading to the Fried Liver Attack.

– Explore the critical move sequence: 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bc4 Nf6 4. Ng5 d5 5. exd5 Nxd5 6. Nxf7 Kxf7.

– Learn the importance of piece activity and initiative in this opening

Tactical Patterns:

– Identify and execute key tactical motifs such as forks, pins, and discovered attacks within the Fried Liver Attack.

– Analyze the role of each piece in the attack, particularly the knight, bishop and queen.

Model Game Overview:

See how Grandmaster Alexei Shirov brilliantly performs a perfect Fried Liver Attack

At the end of this course, you will be well equipped to crushing your opponent’s with the Fried Liver Attack.