Val Popov vs Ruslan Musalov

RUS Ch Rapid 2019, 2019 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Maróczy Bind, Breyer Variation (B39).

Ruslan Musalov23481

Val Popov25350

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Game details

White: Val Popov (2535)
Black: Ruslan Musalov (2348)
Result: 0–1
Event: RUS Ch Rapid 2019
Year: 2019
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Maróczy Bind, Breyer Variation (B39)

About this chess game

This chess game between Val Popov (2535) and Ruslan Musalov (2348) was played at RUS Ch Rapid 2019 in 2019 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Maróczy Bind, Breyer Variation (B39). 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 Val Popov vs Ruslan Musalov?

Val Popov vs Ruslan Musalov (2019) finished 0–1, a win for Ruslan Musalov.

What opening was played in Val Popov vs Ruslan Musalov?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Maróczy Bind, Breyer Variation (ECO B39).

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