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Kontogianni,Vasiliki (Vivian) vs. D'Angelo,Antonio Maria - 16th Greek Youth Team-ch 2024 1-0

In the 16th Greek Youth Team-ch 2024 on November 29, 2024, between players Kontogianni,Vasiliki (Vivian) and D'Angelo,Antonio Maria, Black's move Nxc6 is characterized by giving up material in exchange for a capture. This move eliminates an attacking piece from the board, but it also leaves one of their pieces without defenders. The move misses out on an opportunity to threaten with a stronger piece, and instead suggests a potential equal trade with White's forces. However, this move does develop Black's knight for more influence in the game. Unfortunately, it also fails to address any threats against an unprotected piece that was previously attacked by White. By playing Nxc6, Black is now better defending their captured piece, as it has gained significant protection from potential attacks. Nevertheless, a better material exchange might have been possible, but this move does recapture the piece that was just taken, which can be seen as a form of regaining control over that space on the board. Overall, the move Nxc6 by Black in the 16th Greek Youth Team-ch 2024 on November 29, 2024 is marked by a mix of strategic and tactical considerations.
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[Date "2024.11.29"]