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This chess game between Takefumi Matsuyama (1592) and Noriyuki Azuma was played at Corr in 2001 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Semi-Slav Defense: Accelerated Meran Variation (D45).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Takefumi Matsuyama vs Noriyuki Azuma?
Takefumi Matsuyama vs Noriyuki Azuma (2001) finished 0-1, a win for Noriyuki Azuma.
What opening was played in Takefumi Matsuyama vs Noriyuki Azuma?
The game opened with the Semi-Slav Defense: Accelerated Meran Variation (ECO D45).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Takefumi Matsuyama vs Noriyuki Azuma, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.