Ivan Popov vs Ian Nepomniachtchi
ch-Moscow Superfinal 2014, 2014 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90).
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Game details
- White
- Ivan Popov (2650)
- Black
- Ian Nepomniachtchi (2732)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- ch-Moscow Superfinal 2014
- Year
- 2014
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90)
About this chess game
This chess game between Ivan Popov (2650) and Ian Nepomniachtchi (2732) was played at ch-Moscow Superfinal 2014 in 2014 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90). 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 Ivan Popov vs Ian Nepomniachtchi?
Ivan Popov vs Ian Nepomniachtchi (2014) finished 1–0, a win for Ivan Popov.
What opening was played in Ivan Popov vs Ian Nepomniachtchi?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B90).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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