1. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c6 4. e4
Chess openings · Semi-Slav Defense · D31
Semi-Slav Defense: Marshall Gambit
21,643 rated games in September 2026 began with 1. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 3. Nc3 c6 4. e4. White wins 54%, draws 4%, Black wins 42%.
Results by rating
| Lichess rating | Games | White winsDrawBlack wins |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 808 | 53%44% |
| 1200–1599 | 3,033 | 53%44% |
| 1600–1999 | 9,965 | 54%42% |
| 2000 and up | 7,837 | 54%41% |
| All ratings | 21,643 | 54%42% |
By time control
| Time control | Games | |
|---|---|---|
| Bullet | 7,153 | 54%44% |
| Blitz | 11,854 | 54%42% |
| Rapid | 2,553 | 56%39% |
| Classical | 83 | 54%40% |