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This chess game between Rein Van and Erich Steffan (1754) was played at Corr DDR in 1981 and finished 1-0. The opening was the English Opening: Mikenas-Carls Variation (A18).
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Rein Van vs Erich Steffan?
Rein Van vs Erich Steffan (1981) finished 1-0, a win for Rein Van.
What opening was played in Rein Van vs Erich Steffan?
The game opened with the English Opening: Mikenas-Carls Variation (ECO A18).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move of Rein Van vs Erich Steffan, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to review it with the Stockfish engine.