Nikita Matinian vs Maksim Popov

Voronezh Open 2023, 2023 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Classical Variation (B84).

Maksim Popov23321

Nikita Matinian24160

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Game details

White: Nikita Matinian (2416)
Black: Maksim Popov (2332)
Result: 0–1
Event: Voronezh Open 2023
Year: 2023
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Classical Variation (B84)

About this chess game

This chess game between Nikita Matinian (2416) and Maksim Popov (2332) was played at Voronezh Open 2023 in 2023 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Classical Variation (B84). 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 Nikita Matinian vs Maksim Popov?

Nikita Matinian vs Maksim Popov (2023) finished 0–1, a win for Maksim Popov.

What opening was played in Nikita Matinian vs Maksim Popov?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Classical Variation (ECO B84).

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