Refutation for KG-Allgaier

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Guys, need a little help. I am finding pitfalls and cons of the Algaier gambit Embarassed, which is one of my favourites as well as one of the master variation used even upto the 20th century!

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I am keeping my finger at this one:

Any others?, by which black can make white sweat all over the board???

Avatar of batgirl

5 . . . Nh6 is an unusual move. I think 6. Nxf7 is unnecessary since it eliminates White's only developd piece for no reason. Personally,I'd play 6. d4 and grab some center.