Magnus Carlsen vs Parham Maghsoodloo, World Blitz 2021
French Defense (C02) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 29 moves · Round 13.1 · 30 December 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackParham Maghsoodloo
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventWorld Blitz 2021
- Round13.1
- Date30 December 2021
- OpeningFrench Defense (C02)
- Length29 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 30 of 43 between Magnus Carlsen and Parham Maghsoodloo in the Rama Chess database (2020–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 29–6 with 8 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Maghsoodloo, 1-0 (chess.com Speed 2020, 2020).
Next game: Carlsen vs Maghsoodloo, 1-0 (Titled Tue 10th May Early, 2022).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Parham Maghsoodloo, World Blitz 2021
This middlegame battle sees Magnus Carlsen take on Parham Maghsoodloo at World Blitz 2021 in 2021. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From French Defense (C02) the players entered classical development and rapid piece play. Such positions test classical principles: development, centre, king safety.
Lasting 29 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.
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In the end, Magnus Carlsen 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 Parham Maghsoodloo?
In the 43 games between them in our database (2020 to 2025) Carlsen leads 29–6 with 8 draws. This game is number 30 of 43.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Parham Maghsoodloo played?
At the World Blitz 2021, round 13.1, on 30 December 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Parham Maghsoodloo (Black), at World Blitz 2021 in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used French Defense (ECO code C02). Classical development and rapid piece play.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen 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 French Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.