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This chess game between Franz van Ackeren (2075) and Viktor Zivkov (1841) was played in 2008 and finished ½-½. The opening was the Nimzo-Indian Defense: St. Petersburg Variation (E43).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Franz van Ackeren vs Viktor Zivkov?
Franz van Ackeren vs Viktor Zivkov (2008) finished ½-½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Franz van Ackeren vs Viktor Zivkov?
The game opened with the Nimzo-Indian Defense: St. Petersburg Variation (ECO E43).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Franz van Ackeren vs Viktor Zivkov, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.