Alireza Firouzja vs Magnus Carlsen, Magnus-Alireza Bullet 2021
Benoni Defense (A56) · 1-0 (Alireza Firouzja won) · 29 moves · Round 12 · 22 February 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteAlireza Firouzja
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result1-0 · Alireza Firouzja won
- EventMagnus-Alireza Bullet 2021
- Round12
- Date22 February 2021
- OpeningBenoni Defense (A56)
- Length29 moves
- Type of eventOther events
This is game 44 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, ½-½ (Magnus-Alireza Bullet, 2021).
The moves of Alireza Firouzja vs Magnus Carlsen, Magnus-Alireza Bullet 2021
In this encounter Alireza Firouzja had the white pieces against Magnus Carlsen at Magnus-Alireza Bullet in 2021. It was played in round 12. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
Play followed Benoni Defense (A56) — a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Lasting 29 moves, the game was settled in the middlegame, where piece activity, pawn breaks and king safety all collide.
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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 44 of 266.
Where and when was Alireza Firouzja vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Magnus-Alireza Bullet, round 12, 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 Benoni Defense (ECO code A56). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Alireza Firouzja 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 Benoni Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.