London System against the early c5 (Benoni setups)

Summary by Krater

This video covers the Benoni setup against the London System, analyzing various responses and lines for both White and Black after an early c5 by Black.

From the video

Answers: How do you play against the early c5 Benoni setup in the London System as White and Black?

• London System
• Benoni defense
• Chess openings
• c5 pawn push
• Bishop f4 vs Knight f3

What it concludes

• Playing c5 early on move 2 for Black puts pressure on b2 and D4, disrupting White's normal London System plans.
• Playing d5 after c5 is the most active and principled way for White to maintain center control and fight for an advantage in the Benoni structure.
• Playing c3 after c5 on move 2 hands White's pawn structure over to Black and leads to a passive position for White.
• Playing knight f3 instead of bishop f4 on move 2 forces White into a main-line Benoni or Queen's Indian setup.