Magnus Carlsen vs Alireza Firouzja, SuperUnited Blitz 2022
Queen's Gambit Declined (D37) · 0-1 (Alireza Firouzja won) · 54 moves · Round 17.4 · 24 July 2022
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackAlireza Firouzja
- Result0-1 · Alireza Firouzja won
- EventSuperUnited Blitz 2022
- Round17.4
- Date24 July 2022
- OpeningQueen's Gambit Declined (D37)
- Length54 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 108 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, 0-1 (SuperUnited Blitz 2022, 2022).
Next game: Carlsen vs Firouzja, 1-0 (FTX Crypto Cup 2022, 2022).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Alireza Firouzja, SuperUnited Blitz 2022
Magnus Carlsen and Alireza Firouzja met over the board in this full-length game at SuperUnited Blitz 2022 in 2022. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Queen's Gambit Declined (D37), a fight over the centre. Here the struggle often turns on the central pawns and minor-piece play.
Running to 54 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
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.
After the contest, Alireza Firouzja 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 108 of 266.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Alireza Firouzja played?
At the SuperUnited Blitz 2022, round 17.4, on 24 July 2022.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Alireza Firouzja (Black), at SuperUnited Blitz 2022 in 2022.
What opening was played?
The game used Queen's Gambit Declined (ECO code D37). A fight over the centre.
What was the result?
Alireza Firouzja won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 54 moves (108 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 Queen's Gambit Declined collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.