Master the Cozio Variation – A Hidden Gem in the Ruy Lopez Looking for a solid yet surprising response to the Ruy Lopez? The Cozio Variation (1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5 Nge7!?) is an underrated weapon that takes White out of well-known theory.
Free video sample: Introduction
Free video sample: 4.0-0 Ng6 5.c3 d6 6.d4 Bd7 7.d5
Why Play the Cozio Variation?
🔹 Unfamiliar Territory – Most White players won’t be prepared for this rare knight manoeuvre.
🔹 Prevents the Exchange Variation – White cannot immediately swap pieces with Bxc6.
🔹 Dynamic Piece Play – Despite blocking the f8-bishop temporarily, Black develops harmoniously and actively.
What You'll Learn
✅ Key Plans & Ideas – Understand how Black’s setup unfolds without compromising flexibility.
✅ Best Responses to White’s Setups – Be ready for all major continuations that White might try.
✅ Strategic & Tactical Themes – Learn when to strike and how to navigate middlegame complexities.
Your Guide: IM Andrew Martin In this brand-new 60-minute video course, International Master Andrew Martin takes you step by step through the Cozio Variation, arming you with a reliable, yet little-known sideline to surprise your opponents and strengthen your repertoire. Take control in the Ruy Lopez – add the Cozio Variation to your arsenal today!
The Spanish Opening is one of the absolutely oldest. It is named after the Spanish priest Ruy López de Segura, who in 1561 presented his analyses on this way of starting the game in a book. But even today the Spanish can be seen in many games of top players and it is quite clearly the most important of the Open Games. Not only does White develop his bishop, he also immediately puts pressure on the black e5-pawn. Whereas previously 3...a6 was almost obligatory, nowadays 3...Nf6 – the Berlin Defence – is favoured.
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