Hector Villarreal vs Benjamin Vella
Malta olm, 1980 · Result 1–0 · Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23).
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Game details
- White
- Hector Villarreal (2310)
- Black
- Benjamin Vella (2215)
- Result
- 1–0
- Event
- Malta olm
- Year
- 1980
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23)
About this chess game
This chess game between Hector Villarreal (2310) and Benjamin Vella (2215) was played at Malta olm in 1980 and finished 1–0. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Closed (B23). 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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Frequently asked questions
Who won Hector Villarreal vs Benjamin Vella?
Hector Villarreal vs Benjamin Vella (1980) finished 1–0, a win for Hector Villarreal.
What opening was played in Hector Villarreal vs Benjamin Vella?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Closed (ECO B23).
Can I replay this chess game move by move?
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