1. c4 e5 2. Nc3 Nf6 3. Nf3 Nc6 4. e4
Chess openings · English Opening · A28
English Opening: Four Knights System, Nimzowitsch Variation
12,262 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. c4 e5 2. Nc3 Nf6 3. Nf3 Nc6 4. e4. White wins 50%, draws 4%, Black wins 46%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 2,812 | 47%49% |
| 1200–1599 | 3,906 | 49%47% |
| 1600–1999 | 3,378 | 51%44% |
| 2000 and up | 2,166 | 54%41% |
| All ratings | 12,262 | 50%46% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 2,314 | 49%47% |
| Blitz | 6,254 | 52%44% |
| Rapid | 3,540 | 48%47% |
| Classical | 154 | 38%53% |