Magnus Carlsen vs Alireza Firouzja, Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup 2020
Nimzo-Indian Defense (E47) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 29 moves · Round 7.15 · 15 April 2020
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackAlireza Firouzja
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventChess24 Banter Blitz Cup 2020
- Round7.15
- Date15 April 2020
- OpeningNimzo-Indian Defense (E47)
- Length29 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 5 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: Firouzja vs Carlsen, 1-0 (Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup, 2020).
Next game: Firouzja vs Carlsen, 1-0 (Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup, 2020).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Alireza Firouzja, Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup 2020
A middlegame battle in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Alireza Firouzja at Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup in 2020. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Nimzo-Indian Defense (E47) — a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.
Lasting 29 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.
Working through a full game like this trains pattern recognition — the more you study, the faster you spot familiar ideas in your own play.
When the dust settled, Magnus Carlsen won with the white 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 5 of 266.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Alireza Firouzja played?
At the Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup, round 7.15, on 15 April 2020.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Alireza Firouzja (Black), at Chess24 Banter Blitz Cup in 2020.
What opening was played?
The game used Nimzo-Indian Defense (ECO code E47). A strategic battle of structure and activity.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 29 moves (57 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 Nimzo-Indian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.