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This chess game between Norbert Soelker (1967) and Rainer Stepa (1963) was played at Verbandsliga Muensterland 0506 in 2005 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (D31).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Norbert Soelker vs Rainer Stepa?
Norbert Soelker vs Rainer Stepa (2005) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Norbert Soelker vs Rainer Stepa?
The game opened with the Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation (ECO D31).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Norbert Soelker vs Rainer Stepa, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.