Common mistakes

The opening mistakes players make most often in rated Lichess games, why each one is a mistake, and the better move.

Why 2...g6 is a mistake in the Wayward Queen Attack16% of players rated under 800 play 2...g6 in the Wayward Queen Attack. See why it is a mistake, Stockfish's answer, and the better 2...Nc6.6 November 2026 · Common mistakes