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Firouzja played against Magnus Carlsen in the 2025 Esports World Cup.

August 1, 2025 · Alireza Firouzja · Chess · On this day

Alireza Firouzja

Firouzja played against Magnus Carlsen in the 2025 Esports World Cup.

About Alireza Firouzja

Alireza Firouzja is a prominent Iranian-French chess grandmaster known for his exceptional talent and aggressive playing style. He has made significant waves in the chess world, becoming one of the youngest players to achieve a FIDE rating above 2800 and a two-time world championship candidate.

  • Nationality: Iran
  • Born: 18 June 2003
  • FIDE Rating: 2,749
  • Peak Rating: 2804
  • Ranking: No. 11

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