Chess Opening Theory/1. e4/1...e5/2. Nf3/2...Nc6/3. Bc4/3...Nf6/4. Ng5/4...Bc5/5. Bxf7

=Traxler Counterattack=

5. Bxf7+

 * The preferred move for most modern masters, preferring to capture the pawn and keep the position comparatively calm. This move is considered the best way to maintain an edge.

Theory table

 * 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bc4 Nf6 4.Ng5 Bc5 5. Bxf7+