Cornel Matei vs Gheorghe Manole

ROM/Cup2/sf/A (ROU), 2007 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97).

Gheorghe Manole2306½

Cornel Matei2197½

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Game details

White: Cornel Matei (2197)
Black: Gheorghe Manole (2306)
Result: ½–½
Event: ROM/Cup2/sf/A (ROU)
Year: 2007
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97)

About this chess game

This chess game between Cornel Matei (2197) and Gheorghe Manole (2306) was played at ROM/Cup2/sf/A (ROU) in 2007 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97). 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 Cornel Matei vs Gheorghe Manole?

Cornel Matei vs Gheorghe Manole (2007) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.

What opening was played in Cornel Matei vs Gheorghe Manole?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (ECO B97).

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