Bjorn Thorsteinsson vs Salvatore Matera

Reykjavik, 1976 · Result 0–1 · Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42).

Salvatore Matera24201

Bjorn Thorsteinsson24150

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Game details

White: Bjorn Thorsteinsson (2415)
Black: Salvatore Matera (2420)
Result: 0–1
Event: Reykjavik
Year: 1976
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42)

About this chess game

This chess game between Bjorn Thorsteinsson (2415) and Salvatore Matera (2420) was played at Reykjavik in 1976 and finished 0–1. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (B42). 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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Who won Bjorn Thorsteinsson vs Salvatore Matera?

Bjorn Thorsteinsson vs Salvatore Matera (1976) finished 0–1, a win for Salvatore Matera.

What opening was played in Bjorn Thorsteinsson vs Salvatore Matera?

The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Modern Variation (ECO B42).

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