Prepare against Alberto Aranzana Areste
Spain · World #70,350 classical · FIDE ID 2270552
When preparing against Alberto Aranzana Areste, expect 1.e4 in 100% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...e6 (100% of games); against 1.d4, 1...d5 (100%).
Our database contains 91 games by Alberto Aranzana Areste, covering Oct 2004 to Jul 2026. Below you'll find Alberto Aranzana Areste's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Alberto Aranzana Areste before a game. You can open the same data in the free interactive preparation workstation, which builds a move-by-move opening tree from every game.
Ratings
| Time control | Current | Peak | Peak date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classical | 1,820 | 2,065 | Jul 2011 |
| Rapid | 1,836 | 1,941 | Jan 2018 |
| Blitz | 1,920 | 1,929 | Dec 2025 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 91 | 25 | 14 | 52 | 27.5% |
| As White | 42 | 10 | 10 | 22 | 23.8% |
| As Black | 49 | 15 | 4 | 30 | 30.6% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Alberto Aranzana Areste's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Alberto Aranzana Areste's side.
First moves as White (42 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 42 | 100.0% | 35.7% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 100% of White games, 35.7% score
- …c5 (36% of these games) — Areste usually continues Nf3 (17.9% score)
- …e5 (19% of these games) — Areste usually continues Nf3 (56.3% score)
- …e6 (14% of these games) — Areste usually continues d4 (83.3% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (29 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e6 | 29 | 100.0% | 31.0% |
As Black against 1.d4 (11 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d5 | 11 | 100.0% | 40.9% |
Alberto Aranzana Areste's chess games
All 91 games by Alberto Aranzana Areste in the Chess.ceo database (Oct 2004 - Jul 2026) are free to browse, search and replay: filter by opening, opponent, event or date on the player page, or step through any game on the analysis board. Record: 25 wins, 14 draws, 52 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B51 | Sicilian | 12 | 2/1/9 | 16.7% |
| C02 | French: Advance Variation | 6 | 4/2/0 | 66.7% |
| C44 | Scotch Game | 3 | 3/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B01 | Scandinavian Defense | 3 | 0/2/1 | 0.0% |
| B03 | Alekhine Defense | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| B12 | Caro-Kann: Advance Variation | 2 | 0/2/0 | 0.0% |
| C41 | Philidor | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| B06 | Pirc Defense | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| B01 | Scandinavian Defense: Main Line | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| B51 | Sicilian: Moscow Variation | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C01 | French: Exchange Variation | 7 | 2/1/4 | 28.6% |
| C03 | French: Tarrasch Variation | 7 | 2/0/5 | 28.6% |
| C00 | French Defense | 6 | 1/1/4 | 16.7% |
| A08 | King's Indian Attack | 4 | 1/0/3 | 25.0% |
| D00 | Queen's Pawn Game | 4 | 3/0/1 | 75.0% |
| A84 | Queen's Gambit Declined | 3 | 0/0/3 | 0.0% |
| A08 | Réti Opening | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| C11 | French: Classical Variation | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| C02 | French: Advance Variation | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| D00 | London System | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1995 | Emilio Albero Figueras | 2,215 | chT-Catalunya | C02 |
| Jul 2003 | Aitor Ramoneda Rumi | 2,146 | Balaguer Open | A14 |
| Jan 2001 | Jose Sanchez | 2,106 | Balaguer Open | C02 |
| Jun 2014 | Jordi Fortuny Profitos | 2,020 | Vallfogona Hostal Nou Open | C00 |
| May 2014 | Sergi Fabrega Ramon | 1,951 | Vallfogona Hostal Nou Open | A08 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5th Sort Open | 2009 | 9 | 4 | 2,043 |
| 17th Balaguer Open | 2012 | 9 | 4.5 | 1,651 |
| 16th Balaguer Open | 2011 | 9 | 4.5 | 2,062 |
| Vallfogona Hostal Nou Open | 2014 | 8 | 6 | 2,153 |
| Balaguer Open | 2003 | 7 | 2.5 | 2,127 |
| 14th Balaguer Open | 2009 | 6 | 2 | 2,128 |
| 20th Torredembarra Open | 2018 | 5 | 2 | 1,984 |
| Vallfogona de Lleida Open | 2012 | 5 | 1.5 | 1,485 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Alberto Aranzana Areste's chess games?
91 games by Alberto Aranzana Areste, from Oct 2004 to Jul 2026, are free to browse and replay move by move — no signup needed. The preparation view groups them into an opening tree showing every line Alberto Aranzana Areste has played.
What does Alberto Aranzana Areste play on the first move as White?
Across 42 games with White in our database, Alberto Aranzana Areste opens with 1.e4 (100% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Alberto Aranzana Areste answers 1...e6 (100% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...d5 (100% of games).
What openings does Alberto Aranzana Areste play as White?
As White, Alberto Aranzana Areste's most-played openings in our database are: Sicilian (12 games, 16.7% win rate); French: Advance Variation (6 games, 66.7% win rate); Scotch Game (3 games, 100.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 42 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Alberto Aranzana Areste play as Black?
As Black, Alberto Aranzana Areste most often plays: French: Exchange Variation (7 games, 28.6% win rate); French: Tarrasch Variation (7 games, 28.6% win rate); French Defense (6 games, 16.7% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 49 games.
What is Alberto Aranzana Areste's FIDE rating?
Alberto Aranzana Areste is currently rated 1,820 in classical chess, 1,836 in rapid and 1,920 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 2,065 (Jul 2011).
How many games has Alberto Aranzana Areste played?
Our database contains 91 games by Alberto Aranzana Areste, covering Oct 2004 to Jul 2026. Overall record: 25 wins, 14 draws, 52 losses (27.5% win rate).
How do I prepare against Alberto Aranzana Areste?
91 games by Alberto Aranzana Areste reveal their opening repertoire, most-played lines, and the variations where they score worst — the raw material for targeted preparation. The interactive opening tree lets you walk every line to any depth.