Ilian Popov vs Valentin Manolov
It (Open) Sofia BUL, 2005 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Modern Variations (B50).
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Game details
- White
- Ilian Popov (2223)
- Black
- Valentin Manolov (1963)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- It (Open) Sofia BUL
- Year
- 2005
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Modern Variations (B50)
About this chess game
This chess game between Ilian Popov (2223) and Valentin Manolov (1963) was played at It (Open) Sofia BUL in 2005 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Modern Variations (B50). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Ilian Popov vs Valentin Manolov?
Ilian Popov vs Valentin Manolov (2005) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Ilian Popov vs Valentin Manolov?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Modern Variations (ECO B50).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Ilian Popov vs Valentin Manolov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.