Daily chess puzzle — 31 October 2026

Black to move: win the advantage.

Published 31 October 2026 · rated 1839

After 24. Bxe4, Black to move.

About this puzzle

• Goal: Black to move, win the advantage (3 moves to find).
• Puzzle rating: 1839.
• Themes: In-between move, Pin.
• Position (FEN): r7/6pk/p2q3p/1p1b1r2/2p1B3/4P2P/PP2QP2/3R1RK1 b - - 0 24

What to look for

In-between move: Before the obvious move, slip in a stronger one, often a check or a threat.

Pin: A piece can't move without exposing something more valuable behind it.

This puzzle is from the Lichess puzzle database (CC0), puzzle qMY83. Every day has a new one, the same for everyone.