Prepare against Klaus Zeiler
DEU · World #39,370 classical · FIDE ID 1316044
When preparing against Klaus Zeiler, expect 1.d4 in 81% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...e6 (100% of games); against 1.d4, 1...e6 (40%).
Our database contains 91 games by Klaus Zeiler, covering Jul 2007 to Jul 2026. Below you'll find Klaus Zeiler's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Klaus Zeiler 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 | 1,938 | 2,103 | Jul 2008 |
| Rapid | 1,931 | 1,958 | Oct 2025 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 91 | 26 | 25 | 40 | 28.6% |
| As White | 53 | 17 | 15 | 21 | 32.1% |
| As Black | 38 | 9 | 10 | 19 | 23.7% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Klaus Zeiler's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Klaus Zeiler's side.
First moves as White (53 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d4 | 43 | 81.1% | 47.7% |
| b3 | 5 | 9.4% | 30.0% |
| Nf3 | 2 | 3.8% | 50.0% |
| e4 | 2 | 3.8% | 50.0% |
| e3 | 1 | 1.9% | 50.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.d4 — 81% of White games, 47.7% score
- …Nf6 (56% of these games) — Zeiler usually continues Nf3 (42.5% score)
- …d5 (23% of these games) — Zeiler usually continues Nf3 (50.0% score)
- …d6 (9% of these games) — Zeiler usually continues Nf3 (37.5% score)
- 1.b3 — 9% of White games, 30.0% score
- …d5 (60% of these games) — Zeiler usually continues e3 (75.0% score)
- …e5 (40% of these games) — Zeiler usually continues Bb2 (0.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (15 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e6 | 15 | 100.0% | 43.3% |
As Black against 1.d4 (15 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e6 | 6 | 40.0% | 41.7% |
| Nf6 | 6 | 40.0% | 33.3% |
| g6 | 3 | 20.0% | 16.7% |
Klaus Zeiler's chess games
All 91 games by Klaus Zeiler in the Chess.ceo database (Jul 2007 - 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: 26 wins, 25 draws, 40 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D05 | Indian Defense | 11 | 4/1/6 | 36.4% |
| D04 | Colle System | 8 | 2/3/3 | 25.0% |
| A01 | Nimzovich-Larsen attack | 5 | 1/1/3 | 20.0% |
| A40 | Rat Defense | 4 | 0/3/1 | 0.0% |
| D11 | Slav Defense | 4 | 2/1/1 | 50.0% |
| B38 | King's Indian Defense: Orthodox Variation | 3 | 0/3/0 | 0.0% |
| B13 | Queen's Pawn Game | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
| A02 | Canard Opening | 3 | 2/0/1 | 66.7% |
| E92 | King's Indian Defense: Petrosian Variation | 2 | 1/1/0 | 50.0% |
| E61 | King's Indian Defense | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C00 | King's Indian Attack | 4 | 0/2/2 | 0.0% |
| C00 | French Defense | 4 | 3/1/0 | 75.0% |
| A02 | Modern Defense | 4 | 1/1/2 | 25.0% |
| A40 | English Defense | 4 | 2/1/1 | 50.0% |
| A52 | Budapest Defense | 3 | 1/0/2 | 33.3% |
| C03 | French: Tarrasch Variation | 3 | 0/1/2 | 0.0% |
| A10 | English Opening | 3 | 0/1/2 | 0.0% |
| C13 | French: Classical Variation | 2 | 1/1/0 | 50.0% |
| E81 | King's Indian: Sämisch | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
| E18 | Queen's Indian Defense | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2002 | Stefan Bender | 2,280 | Baden VLS 0102 | D00 |
| Feb 2014 | Martin Leutwyler | 2,169 | Verbandsliga Sued Baden 1314 | A40 |
| Apr 2014 | Sebastian Voelker | 2,084 | Verbandsliga Sued Baden 1314 | D11 |
| Nov 2014 | Uwe Wehrle | 2,071 | Verbandsliga Suedbaden 1415 | D11 |
| Feb 2004 | Bernhard Ast | 2,064 | Baden VLS 0304 | A11 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baden VLS 0304 | 2004 | 9 | 5.5 | 2,152 |
| Baden VLS 0203 | 2003 | 9 | 3.5 | 2,072 |
| Verbandsliga Sued Baden 9900 | 2000 | 8 | 2.5 | 1,995 |
| Verbandsliga Sued Baden 0405 | 2005 | 8 | 2 | 1,909 |
| 4th Baunatal Open | 1998 | 7 | 3 | 2,095 |
| Baden VLS 0102 | 2002 | 7 | 3.5 | 2,191 |
| Verbandsliga Sued Baden 1213 | 2013 | 6 | 2.5 | 2,112 |
| Werfen Open B | 1995 | 6 | 3 | 1,787 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Klaus Zeiler's chess games?
91 games by Klaus Zeiler, from Jul 2007 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 Klaus Zeiler has played.
What does Klaus Zeiler play on the first move as White?
Across 53 games with White in our database, Klaus Zeiler opens with 1.d4 (81% of games), 1.b3 (9% of games), 1.Nf3 (4% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Klaus Zeiler answers 1...e6 (100% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...e6 (40% of games), 1...Nf6 (40% of games), 1...g6 (20% of games).
What openings does Klaus Zeiler play as White?
As White, Klaus Zeiler's most-played openings in our database are: Indian Defense (11 games, 36.4% win rate); Colle System (8 games, 25.0% win rate); Nimzovich-Larsen attack (5 games, 20.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 53 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Klaus Zeiler play as Black?
As Black, Klaus Zeiler most often plays: King's Indian Attack (4 games, 0.0% win rate); French Defense (4 games, 75.0% win rate); Modern Defense (4 games, 25.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 38 games.
What is Klaus Zeiler's FIDE rating?
Klaus Zeiler is currently rated 1,938 in classical chess, 1,931 in rapid. Peak classical rating: 2,103 (Jul 2008).
How many games has Klaus Zeiler played?
Our database contains 91 games by Klaus Zeiler, covering Jul 2007 to Jul 2026. Overall record: 26 wins, 25 draws, 40 losses (28.6% win rate).
How do I prepare against Klaus Zeiler?
91 games by Klaus Zeiler 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.