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This chess game between Matti Salo and Risto Niemela (1772) was played at JSM 1.div. 2017/18 in 2017 and finished 0-1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Open (B33).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Matti Salo vs Risto Niemela?
Matti Salo vs Risto Niemela (2017) finished 0-1, a win for Risto Niemela.
What opening was played in Matti Salo vs Risto Niemela?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Open (ECO B33).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Matti Salo vs Risto Niemela, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.