Eric Hansen vs Magnus Carlsen, PRO League Group Stage 2018
Pirc Defense (B08) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 34 moves · Round 7 · 24 February 2018
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteEric Hansen
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventPRO League Group Stage 2018
- Round7
- Date24 February 2018
- OpeningPirc Defense (B08)
- Length34 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 2 of 32 between Magnus Carlsen and Eric Hansen in the Rama Chess database (2017–2023). In all their games Carlsen leads 28–2 with 2 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Hansen, 1-0 (PRO League Group Stage, 2017).
Next game: Hansen vs Carlsen, 0-1 (Titled Arena Apr 3rd 2021, 2021).
The moves of Eric Hansen vs Magnus Carlsen, PRO League Group Stage 2018
In this encounter Eric Hansen had the white pieces against Magnus Carlsen at PRO League Group Stage in 2018. It was played in round 7. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Pirc Defense (B08) the players entered sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 34 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.
Working through a full game like this trains pattern recognition — the more you study, the faster you spot familiar ideas in your own play.
When the dust settled, 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 Eric Hansen?
In the 32 games between them in our database (2017 to 2023) Carlsen leads 28–2 with 2 draws. This game is number 2 of 32.
Where and when was Eric Hansen vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the PRO League Group Stage, round 7, on 24 February 2018.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Eric Hansen (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at PRO League Group Stage in 2018.
What opening was played?
The game used Pirc Defense (ECO code B08). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 34 moves (68 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 Pirc Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.