Alireza Firouzja vs Magnus Carlsen

World Blitz 2019, 2019 · Result 0–1 · Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense, Fianchetto Variation (C76).

Magnus Carlsen28721

Alireza Firouzja27230

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Game details

White: Alireza Firouzja (2723)
Black: Magnus Carlsen (2872)
Result: 0–1
Event: World Blitz 2019
Year: 2019
Opening: Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense, Fianchetto Variation (C76)

About this chess game

This chess game between Alireza Firouzja (2723) and Magnus Carlsen (2872) was played at World Blitz 2019 in 2019 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense, Fianchetto Variation (C76). 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 Alireza Firouzja vs Magnus Carlsen?

Alireza Firouzja vs Magnus Carlsen (2019) finished 0–1, a win for Magnus Carlsen.

What opening was played in Alireza Firouzja vs Magnus Carlsen?

The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Modern Steinitz Defense, Fianchetto Variation (ECO C76).

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