Valery Salov vs Nikita Sobolev
USSR, 1980 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97).
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Game details
- White
- Valery Salov (2320)
- Black
- Nikita Sobolev
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- USSR
- Year
- 1980
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97)
About this chess game
This chess game between Valery Salov (2320) and Nikita Sobolev was played at USSR in 1980 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (B97). 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 Valery Salov vs Nikita Sobolev?
Valery Salov vs Nikita Sobolev (1980) finished 1–0, a win for Valery Salov.
What opening was played in Valery Salov vs Nikita Sobolev?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation, Poisoned Pawn Variation (ECO B97).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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