Kirill Alekseenko vs Momchil Nikolov

European Hybrid Qual 2021, 2021 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42).

Momchil Nikolov25420

Kirill Alekseenko26991

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Game details

White: Kirill Alekseenko (2699)
Black: Momchil Nikolov (2542)
Result: 1–0
Event: European Hybrid Qual 2021
Year: 2021
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42)

About this chess game

This chess game between Kirill Alekseenko (2699) and Momchil Nikolov (2542) was played at European Hybrid Qual 2021 in 2021 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.

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Frequently asked questions

Who won Kirill Alekseenko vs Momchil Nikolov?

Kirill Alekseenko vs Momchil Nikolov (2021) finished 1–0, a win for Kirill Alekseenko.

What opening was played in Kirill Alekseenko vs Momchil Nikolov?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (ECO B42).

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