This chess game between John Lilja and AH. Pettersson was played at Nordic Ch 3rd in 1905 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Ruy Lopez: Closed (C84).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John Lilja vs AH. Pettersson?
John Lilja vs AH. Pettersson (1905) finished 0-1, a win for AH. Pettersson.
What opening was played in John Lilja vs AH. Pettersson?
The game opened with the Ruy Lopez: Closed (ECO C84).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John Lilja vs AH. Pettersson, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.