This chess game between Valerij Nikolaev (1816) and Sergei Pletinka (1761) was played in 2014 and finished 1-0. The opening was the King's Pawn Game (C20).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Valerij Nikolaev vs Sergei Pletinka?
Valerij Nikolaev vs Sergei Pletinka (2014) finished 1-0, a win for Valerij Nikolaev.
What opening was played in Valerij Nikolaev vs Sergei Pletinka?
The game opened with the King's Pawn Game (ECO C20).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Valerij Nikolaev vs Sergei Pletinka, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.