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This chess game between Franco Marais (1857) and Xolani Cebo Mathebula (1599) was played in 2018 and finished 1-0. The opening was the Benko Gambit (A57).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Franco Marais vs Xolani Cebo Mathebula?
Franco Marais vs Xolani Cebo Mathebula (2018) finished 1-0, a win for Franco Marais.
What opening was played in Franco Marais vs Xolani Cebo Mathebula?
The game opened with the Benko Gambit (ECO A57).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Franco Marais vs Xolani Cebo Mathebula, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.