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This chess game between John Goldner (1844) and Benoit Villeneuve (1912) was played at ch-Francophonie 2015 in 2015 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (C96).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John Goldner vs Benoit Villeneuve?
John Goldner vs Benoit Villeneuve (2015) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in John Goldner vs Benoit Villeneuve?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed, Chigorin Defense (ECO C96).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John Goldner vs Benoit Villeneuve, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.