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This chess game between Damiano Messina (1931) and John Cleal (1924) was played at C.to Provinciale TP in 2012 and finished 1-0. The opening was the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation (E91).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Damiano Messina vs John Cleal?
Damiano Messina vs John Cleal (2012) finished 1-0, a win for Damiano Messina.
What opening was played in Damiano Messina vs John Cleal?
The game opened with the King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation (ECO E91).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Damiano Messina vs John Cleal, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.