Magnus Carlsen vs Veselin Topalov, XXV SuperGM 2008
English Opening (A28) · 1-0 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 37 moves · Round 12 · 4 March 2008
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMagnus Carlsen
- BlackVeselin Topalov
- Result1-0 · Magnus Carlsen won
- EventXXV SuperGM 2008
- Round12
- Date4 March 2008
- OpeningEnglish Opening (A28)
- Length37 moves
- Type of eventClassical
This is game 8 of 58 between Magnus Carlsen and Veselin Topalov in the Rama Chess database (2007–2022). In all their games Carlsen leads 29–6 with 23 draws.
Previous game: Topalov vs Carlsen, 0-1 (XXV SuperGM, 2008).
Next game: Topalov vs Carlsen, ½-½ (Amber Rapid, 2008).
The moves of Magnus Carlsen vs Veselin Topalov, XXV SuperGM 2008
A middlegame battle in which Magnus Carlsen was paired against Veselin Topalov at XXV SuperGM in 2008. It was played in round 12. The game dates from the modern computer-influenced era.
The game opened with English Opening (A28), a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Lasting 37 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, Magnus Carlsen won with the white 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 Veselin Topalov?
In the 58 games between them in our database (2007 to 2022) Carlsen leads 29–6 with 23 draws. This game is number 8 of 58.
Where and when was Magnus Carlsen vs Veselin Topalov played?
At the XXV SuperGM, round 12, on 4 March 2008.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Magnus Carlsen (White) and Veselin Topalov (Black), at XXV SuperGM in 2008.
What opening was played?
The game used English Opening (ECO code A28). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the white pieces.
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 English Opening collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.