Maxime Vachier-Lagrave vs Magnus Carlsen, 4th Norway Blitz 2016
Réti Opening (A07) · 0-1 (Magnus Carlsen won) · 37 moves · Round 1.4 · 18 April 2016
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteMaxime Vachier-Lagrave
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result0-1 · Magnus Carlsen won
- Event4th Norway Blitz 2016
- Round1.4
- Date18 April 2016
- OpeningRéti Opening (A07)
- Length37 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 20 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, 1-0 (7th London Classic TB, 2015).
Next game: Vachier-Lagrave vs Carlsen, ½-½ (4th Norway Chess 2016, 2016).
The moves of Maxime Vachier-Lagrave vs Magnus Carlsen, 4th Norway Blitz 2016
This middlegame battle sees Maxime Vachier-Lagrave take on Magnus Carlsen at 4th Norway Blitz 2016 in 2016. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
The game opened with Réti Opening (A07), 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.
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, Magnus Carlsen won with the black 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 20 of 208.
Where and when was Maxime Vachier-Lagrave vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the 4th Norway Blitz 2016, round 1.4, on 18 April 2016.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at 4th Norway Blitz 2016 in 2016.
What opening was played?
The game used Réti Opening (ECO code A07). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Magnus Carlsen won with the black pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 37 moves (74 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 Réti Opening collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.