Dutch Defense: Staunton Gambit Accepted
1.d4 f5 2.e4 fxe4 3.Nc3 Nf6 4.Bg5
The Staunton Gambit is a way to take on the Dutch Defense directly. White sacrifices the e4 pawn to break open the center, seeking to expose Black's weaknesses.
Pros:
- Aggressive
- White fights for the initiative
Cons:
- The presence of the e4-pawn slows White's development
- Black can give the pawn back for a good game