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This chess game between Matan Poleg (2285) and Ilia Smirin (2556) was played at Israel Team Championship 2025 in 2025 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Classical Variation (B84).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Matan Poleg vs Ilia Smirin?
Matan Poleg vs Ilia Smirin (2025) finished 0-1, a win for Ilia Smirin.
What opening was played in Matan Poleg vs Ilia Smirin?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Scheveningen Variation, Classical Variation (ECO B84).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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