Maxime Vachier-Lagrave vs Magnus Carlsen, Opera Euro Rapid KO 2021
Sicilian Defense (B30) · 1-0 (Maxime Vachier-Lagrave won) · 31 moves · Round 2.23 · 12 February 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMaxime Vachier-Lagrave
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result1-0 · Maxime Vachier-Lagrave won
- EventOpera Euro Rapid KO 2021
- Round2.23
- Date12 February 2021
- OpeningSicilian Defense (B30)
- Length31 moves
- Type of eventRapid
This is game 111 of 208 between Magnus Carlsen and Maxime Vachier-Lagrave in the Rama Chess database (2005–2025). In all their games Carlsen leads 78–44 with 86 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Vachier-Lagrave, 0-1 (Opera Euro Rapid KO 2021, 2021).
Next game: Vachier-Lagrave vs Carlsen, 1-0 (Opera Euro Rapid KO 2021, 2021).
The moves of Maxime Vachier-Lagrave vs Magnus Carlsen, Opera Euro Rapid KO 2021
This middlegame battle sees Maxime Vachier-Lagrave take on Magnus Carlsen at Opera Euro Rapid KO 2021 in 2021. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Sicilian Defense (B30) the players entered sharp, double-edged play. These lines often lead to opposite-side castling and a race to attack.
Lasting 31 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, Maxime Vachier-Lagrave 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 Maxime Vachier-Lagrave?
In the 208 games between them in our database (2005 to 2025) Carlsen leads 78–44 with 86 draws. This game is number 111 of 208.
Where and when was Maxime Vachier-Lagrave vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Opera Euro Rapid KO 2021, round 2.23, on 12 February 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Opera Euro Rapid KO 2021 in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used Sicilian Defense (ECO code B30). Sharp, double-edged play.
What was the result?
Maxime Vachier-Lagrave won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 31 moves (61 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 Sicilian Defense collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.