Magnus Carlsen vs Daniil Dubov, Opera Euro Rapid KO 2021
Two Knights Defense (C55) · 0-1 (Daniil Dubov won) · 25 moves · Round 1.22 · 10 February 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackDaniil Dubov
- Result0-1 · Daniil Dubov won
- EventOpera Euro Rapid KO 2021
- Round1.22
- Date10 February 2021
- OpeningTwo Knights Defense (C55)
- Length25 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 25 of 71 between Magnus Carlsen and Daniil Dubov in the Rama Chess database (2015–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 34–15 with 22 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Dubov, 1-0 (Opera Euro Rapid KO 2021, 2021).
Next game: Dubov vs Carlsen, 1-0 (Opera Euro Rapid KO 2021, 2021).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Daniil Dubov, Opera Euro Rapid KO 2021
A middlegame battle in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Daniil Dubov at Opera Euro Rapid KO 2021 in 2021. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Two Knights Defense (C55), classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Lasting 25 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.
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In the end, Daniil Dubov won with the black pieces. Use the board above to replay every move, switch to the analyser for engine evaluation, or open Practice mode to test your own ideas.
Frequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head record of Magnus Carlsen and Daniil Dubov?
In the 71 games between them in our database (2015 to 2025) Carlsen leads 34–15 with 22 draws. This game is number 25 of 71.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Daniil Dubov played?
At the Opera Euro Rapid KO 2021, round 1.22, on 10 February 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Daniil Dubov (Black), at Opera Euro Rapid KO 2021 in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used Two Knights Defense (ECO code C55). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
Daniil Dubov won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 25 moves (50 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 Two Knights Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.