Alireza Firouzja vs Magnus Carlsen, Bullet Chess Losers 2023
Scandinavian Defense (B01) · 1-0 (Alireza Firouzja won) · 24 moves · Round 6.11 · 21 July 2023
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteAlireza Firouzja
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result1-0 · Alireza Firouzja won
- EventBullet Chess Losers 2023
- Round6.11
- Date21 July 2023
- OpeningScandinavian Defense (B01)
- Length24 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 154 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, 1-0 (Bullet Chess Losers 2023, 2023).
Next game: Firouzja vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Bullet Chess Losers 2023, 2023).
The moves of Alireza Firouzja vs Magnus Carlsen, Bullet Chess Losers 2023
Alireza Firouzja and Magnus Carlsen met over the board in this middlegame battle at Bullet Chess Losers 2023 in 2023. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Scandinavian Defense (B01), sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 24 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, Alireza Firouzja 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 154 of 266.
Where and when was Alireza Firouzja vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Bullet Chess Losers 2023, round 6.11, 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 Scandinavian Defense (ECO code B01). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Alireza Firouzja won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 24 moves (47 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 Scandinavian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.