Magnus Carlsen vs Peter Leko, Amber Blindfold 2007
Nimzo-Indian Defense (E24) · ½-½ (Draw) · 37 moves · Round 5 · 22 March 2007
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackPeter Leko
- Result½-½ · Draw
- EventAmber Blindfold 2007
- Round5
- Date22 March 2007
- OpeningNimzo-Indian Defense (E24)
- Length37 moves
- Type of eventOther events
This is game 5 of 41 between Magnus Carlsen and Peter Leko in the Rama Chess database (2006–2020). In all their games Carlsen leads 7–4 with 30 draws.
Previous game: Leko vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Amber Rapid, 2007).
Next game: Carlsen vs Leko, ½-½ (Sparkassen GM, 2007).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Peter Leko, Amber Blindfold 2007
This middlegame battle sees Magnus Carlsen take on Peter Leko at Amber Blindfold in 2007. It was played in round 5. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Nimzo-Indian Defense (E24), a strategic battle of structure and activity. In these systems both sides manoeuvre carefully before committing.
Lasting 37 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.
In the end, the game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Peter Leko. 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 Peter Leko?
In the 41 games between them in our database (2006 to 2020) Carlsen leads 7–4 with 30 draws. This game is number 5 of 41.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Peter Leko played?
At the Amber Blindfold, round 5, on 22 March 2007.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Peter Leko (Black), at Amber Blindfold in 2007.
What opening was played?
The game used Nimzo-Indian Defense (ECO code E24). A strategic battle of structure and activity.
What was the result?
The game was drawn between Magnus Carlsen and Peter Leko.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 37 moves (73 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 Nimzo-Indian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.