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This chess game between Maksim Pozdniakov (1646) and Valerij Nikolaev (1816) was played in 2014 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Catalan Opening (E00).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Maksim Pozdniakov vs Valerij Nikolaev?
Maksim Pozdniakov vs Valerij Nikolaev (2014) finished 0-1, a win for Valerij Nikolaev.
What opening was played in Maksim Pozdniakov vs Valerij Nikolaev?
The game opened with the Catalan Opening (ECO E00).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Maksim Pozdniakov vs Valerij Nikolaev, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.