Massimiliano Botta vs Fabio Alexandre Ferreira Cruz

Barcelona Christmas IM, 2025 · Result 1–0 · King's Pawn Game: Maróczy Defense (B07).

Fabio Alexandre Ferreira Cruz22480

Massimiliano Botta22781

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Game details

White: Massimiliano Botta (2278)
Black: Fabio Alexandre Ferreira Cruz (2248)
Result: 1–0
Event: Barcelona Christmas IM
Year: 2025
Opening: King's Pawn Game: Maróczy Defense (B07)

About this chess game

This chess game between Massimiliano Botta (2278) and Fabio Alexandre Ferreira Cruz (2248) was played at Barcelona Christmas IM in 2025 and finished 1–0. The opening was the King's Pawn Game: Maróczy Defense (B07). 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 Massimiliano Botta vs Fabio Alexandre Ferreira Cruz?

Massimiliano Botta vs Fabio Alexandre Ferreira Cruz (2025) finished 1–0, a win for Massimiliano Botta.

What opening was played in Massimiliano Botta vs Fabio Alexandre Ferreira Cruz?

The game opened with the King's Pawn Game: Maróczy Defense (ECO B07).

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