Nikolay Iliev vs Luben Popov
BUL Team Ch, 2003 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22).
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Game details
- White
- Nikolay Iliev (2111)
- Black
- Luben Popov (2314)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- BUL Team Ch
- Year
- 2003
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22)
About this chess game
This chess game between Nikolay Iliev (2111) and Luben Popov (2314) was played at BUL Team Ch in 2003 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (B22). 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 Nikolay Iliev vs Luben Popov?
Nikolay Iliev vs Luben Popov (2003) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Nikolay Iliev vs Luben Popov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation (ECO B22).
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