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This chess game between Matthias Appel and Axel Herms (2135) was played at Wiesbaden Open 17th in 1998 and finished 0-1. The opening was the English Opening: King's English Variation, Two Knights Variation (A22).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Matthias Appel vs Axel Herms?
Matthias Appel vs Axel Herms (1998) finished 0-1, a win for Axel Herms.
What opening was played in Matthias Appel vs Axel Herms?
The game opened with the English Opening: King's English Variation, Two Knights Variation (ECO A22).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Matthias Appel vs Axel Herms, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.