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This chess game between Matthew Francis (1581) and Rafal Gozdz (1883) was played in 2009 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed, Fianchetto Variation (B24).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Matthew Francis vs Rafal Gozdz?
Matthew Francis vs Rafal Gozdz (2009) finished 1-0, a win for Matthew Francis.
What opening was played in Matthew Francis vs Rafal Gozdz?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed, Fianchetto Variation (ECO B24).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Matthew Francis vs Rafal Gozdz, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.