Endgames · Lesson 73 of 92
The Opposition
Kings face each other with one square between. Whoever must move is at a disadvantage. This is called…
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- The opposition
- Zugzwang junior
- A standoff
- Castling
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The opposition
Taking the opposition forces the other king to give way — the key to most king-and-pawn endgames.
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