Alireza Firouzja vs Magnus Carlsen, Magnus-Alireza Bullet 2021
Benko Gambit (A57) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 30 moves · Round 10 · 22 February 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteAlireza Firouzja
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventMagnus-Alireza Bullet 2021
- Round10
- Date22 February 2021
- OpeningBenko Gambit (A57)
- Length30 moves
- Type of eventOther events
This is game 42 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 (Magnus-Alireza Bullet, 2021).
Next game: Carlsen vs Firouzja, 1-0 (Magnus-Alireza Bullet, 2021).
The moves of Alireza Firouzja vs Magnus Carlsen, Magnus-Alireza Bullet 2021
This middlegame battle sees Alireza Firouzja take on Magnus Carlsen at Magnus-Alireza Bullet in 2021. It was played in round 10. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Benko Gambit (A57) — a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
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 42 of 266.
Where and when was Alireza Firouzja vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Magnus-Alireza Bullet, round 10, on 22 February 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Alireza Firouzja (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Magnus-Alireza Bullet in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used Benko Gambit (ECO code A57). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
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 Benko Gambit collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.