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This chess game between Alistair Maria (1893) and Joshua Houston (1548) was played at 2026 City of Adelaide Championship in 2026 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Catalan Opening: Closed (E06).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Alistair Maria vs Joshua Houston?
Alistair Maria vs Joshua Houston (2026) finished 0-1, a win for Joshua Houston.
What opening was played in Alistair Maria vs Joshua Houston?
The game opened with the Catalan Opening: Closed (ECO E06).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Alistair Maria vs Joshua Houston, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.