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This chess game between Franz Sowa (1878) and Erich Wagenlader (1690) was played at Bahn Team Ch S+W in 1997 and finished 0-1. The opening was the French Defense: Exchange Variation (C01).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Franz Sowa vs Erich Wagenlader?
Franz Sowa vs Erich Wagenlader (1997) finished 0-1, a win for Erich Wagenlader.
What opening was played in Franz Sowa vs Erich Wagenlader?
The game opened with the French Defense: Exchange Variation (ECO C01).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Franz Sowa vs Erich Wagenlader, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.