Aleksey Goganov vs Nikita Afanasiev

Russian Cup Final 2022, 2022 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42).

Nikita Afanasiev15591

Aleksey Goganov25340

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Game details

White: Aleksey Goganov (2534)
Black: Nikita Afanasiev (1559)
Result: 0–1
Event: Russian Cup Final 2022
Year: 2022
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42)

About this chess game

This chess game between Aleksey Goganov (2534) and Nikita Afanasiev (1559) was played at Russian Cup Final 2022 in 2022 and finished 0–1. 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 Aleksey Goganov vs Nikita Afanasiev?

Aleksey Goganov vs Nikita Afanasiev (2022) finished 0–1, a win for Nikita Afanasiev.

What opening was played in Aleksey Goganov vs Nikita Afanasiev?

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

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