Alireza Firouzja vs Magnus Carlsen, Bullet Chess Losers 2023
Caro-Kann Defense (B12) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 30 moves · Round 6.5 · 21 July 2023
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteAlireza Firouzja
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventBullet Chess Losers 2023
- Round6.5
- Date21 July 2023
- OpeningCaro-Kann Defense (B12)
- Length30 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 164 of 266 between Magnus Carlsen and Alireza Firouzja in the Rama Chess database (2018–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 135–65 with 66 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Firouzja, 0-1 (Bullet Chess Losers 2023, 2023).
Next game: Carlsen vs Firouzja, 1-0 (Bullet Chess Losers 2023, 2023).
The moves of Alireza Firouzja vs Magnus Carlsen, Bullet Chess Losers 2023
This middlegame battle sees Alireza Firouzja take on Magnus Carlsen at Bullet Chess Losers 2023 in 2023. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Caro-Kann Defense (B12) the players entered sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 30 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
Magnus Carlsen is one of the grandmasters featured in the RamaChess archive, where you can browse their complete game collection, favourite openings and notable wins.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
After the contest, Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces. Step through the moves on the interactive board above and try the position trainer to sharpen your own play.
Frequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head record of Magnus Carlsen and Alireza Firouzja?
In the 266 games between them in our database (2018 to 2025) Carlsen leads 135–65 with 66 draws. This game is number 164 of 266.
Where and when was Alireza Firouzja vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Bullet Chess Losers 2023, round 6.5, on 21 July 2023.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Alireza Firouzja (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Bullet Chess Losers 2023 in 2023.
What opening was played?
The game used Caro-Kann Defense (ECO code B12). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 30 moves (60 plies).
Can I replay this game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move, or open the analyser and Practice mode.
Where can I find more games like this?
Browse the full Caro-Kann Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.