Magnus Carlsen vs Alexander Morozevich, World Blitz 2007
Caro-Kann Defense (B10) · 0-1 (Alexander Morozevich won) · 29 moves · Round 15 · 21 November 2007
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackAlexander Morozevich
- Result0-1 · Alexander Morozevich won
- EventWorld Blitz 2007
- Round15
- Date21 November 2007
- OpeningCaro-Kann Defense (B10)
- Length29 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 8 of 32 between Magnus Carlsen and Alexander Morozevich in the Rama Chess database (2006–2016). In all their games Carlsen leads 9–8 with 15 draws.
Previous game: Morozevich vs Carlsen, 1-0 (Amber Blindfold, 2007).
Next game: Morozevich vs Carlsen, 1-0 (World Blitz, 2007).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Alexander Morozevich, World Blitz 2007
A middlegame battle in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Alexander Morozevich at World Blitz in 2007. It was played in round 15. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with Caro-Kann Defense (B10), sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
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.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
After the contest, Alexander Morozevich won with the black pieces. Use the board above to replay every move, switch to the analyser for engine evaluation, or open Practice mode to test your own ideas.
Frequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head record of Magnus Carlsen and Alexander Morozevich?
In the 32 games between them in our database (2006 to 2016) Carlsen leads 9–8 with 15 draws. This game is number 8 of 32.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Alexander Morozevich played?
At the World Blitz, round 15, on 21 November 2007.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Alexander Morozevich (Black), at World Blitz in 2007.
What opening was played?
The game used Caro-Kann Defense (ECO code B10). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Alexander Morozevich won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 29 moves (58 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 Caro-Kann Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.