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This chess game between John McCann (1779) and Oliver W Howell (1485) was played at 4NCL Division 3 in 2014 and finished ½-½. The opening was the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Closed Variation, Main Line (C06).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won John McCann vs Oliver W Howell?
John McCann vs Oliver W Howell (2014) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in John McCann vs Oliver W Howell?
The game opened with the French Defense: Tarrasch Variation, Closed Variation, Main Line (ECO C06).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of John McCann vs Oliver W Howell, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.