Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Valerij Popov

6. EICC, 2005 · Result 0–1 · Queen's Gambit Declined: Lasker Defense, Russian Variation (D56).

Valerij Popov25681

Shakhriyar Mamedyarov26460

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Game details

White: Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (2646)
Black: Valerij Popov (2568)
Result: 0–1
Event: 6. EICC
Year: 2005
Opening: Queen's Gambit Declined: Lasker Defense, Russian Variation (D56)

About this chess game

This chess game between Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (2646) and Valerij Popov (2568) was played at 6. EICC in 2005 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Lasker Defense, Russian Variation (D56). 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 Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Valerij Popov?

Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Valerij Popov (2005) finished 0–1, a win for Valerij Popov.

What opening was played in Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Valerij Popov?

The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Lasker Defense, Russian Variation (ECO D56).

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