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This chess game between Maxim Matlakov (2606) and Vladislav Zhirkov (2254) was played at 3. Russian Team Cup 2025 in 2025 and finished 1-0. The opening was the French Defense: Advance Variation (C02).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Maxim Matlakov vs Vladislav Zhirkov?
Maxim Matlakov vs Vladislav Zhirkov (2025) finished 1-0, a win for Maxim Matlakov.
What opening was played in Maxim Matlakov vs Vladislav Zhirkov?
The game opened with the French Defense: Advance Variation (ECO C02).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Maxim Matlakov vs Vladislav Zhirkov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.