Réti Opening: Anglo-Slav Variation, London Defensive System
ECO A12
Move order
1. c4 Nf6 2. g3 c6 3. Nf3 d5 4. b3 Bf5 5. Bb2
Ideas
ECO A covers irregular and flank openings—systems that skip the main e4/d4 fight early. White controls d5 without committing the d-pawn—the English family. This entry tracks a longer branch in the opening tree. Use the diagram and SAN list to recognize the tabiya, then try the line against Maia to explore typical plans in practice.