Soviet Era (1960–1990)

High-level strategic and technical masterpieces from the Soviet school — rich middlegame plans, prophylaxis, and world-class technique.

Featured Games

Mikhail Tal vs Mikhail Botvinnik

Moscow 1960 · World Championship, Game 6 · Result: 1-0

Tal unleashes a dynamic kingside attack, illustrating the sharp, tactical side of Soviet chess.

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Tigran Petrosian vs Boris Spassky

Moscow 1966 · World Championship, Game 10 · Result: 1-0

Petrosian's defensive and prophylactic skills shine, slowly taking over the position.

Anatoly Karpov vs Viktor Korchnoi

Baguio City 1978 · World Championship, Game 32 · Result: 1-0

A tense strategic battle and technical win in one of the most dramatic matches of the era.