The Scheveningen Variation of the Sicilian is built on the «small centre» of pawns on d6 and e6 (ECO B80). Black takes up a modest but extremely flexible and solid position, preparing counterplay in the centre and on the queenside.
The d6-e6 set-up covers the key central squares reliably and lets Black respond flexibly to White's plan. White usually attacks (with the English Attack and g4-g5, for instance) while Black counter-attacks.
The Scheveningen was the foundation of Kasparov's opening repertoire. A deep system that rewards understanding, for anyone who likes firm but dynamic positions with Black.
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