Prepare against Manuel Gonzalez Argandona
Spain · World #23,490 classical · FIDE ID 54731445
When preparing against Manuel Gonzalez Argandona, expect 1.e4 in 66% of White games. Against 1.e4 the reply is 1...c5 (53% of games); against 1.d4, 1...d5 (77%).
Our database contains 101 games by Manuel Gonzalez Argandona, covering Jul 2021 to Aug 2026. Below you'll find Manuel Gonzalez Argandona's most-played openings with White and Black, career performance record, notable wins and top events — everything you need to scout Manuel Gonzalez Argandona 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 | 2,030 | 2,030 | Aug 2026 |
| Rapid | 1,867 | 1,867 | Aug 2026 |
| Blitz | 1,883 | 1,883 | Aug 2026 |
Performance record
| Split | Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 101 | 42 | 19 | 40 | 41.6% |
| As White | 50 | 24 | 7 | 19 | 48.0% |
| As Black | 51 | 18 | 12 | 21 | 35.3% |
Move-by-move preparation stats
Straight from the preparation tree built over all of Manuel Gonzalez Argandona's games — the same tree the interactive prep board lets you walk to any depth. Scores are from Manuel Gonzalez Argandona's side.
First moves as White (50 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| e4 | 33 | 66.0% | 48.5% |
| d4 | 13 | 26.0% | 80.8% |
| Nf3 | 3 | 6.0% | 33.3% |
| g3 | 1 | 2.0% | 0.0% |
Main lines as White
- 1.e4 — 66% of White games, 48.5% score
- …e5 (33% of these games) — Argandona usually continues Nf3 (50.0% score)
- …c5 (30% of these games) — Argandona usually continues Nf3 (25.0% score)
- …e6 (12% of these games) — Argandona usually continues d4 (100.0% score)
- 1.d4 — 26% of White games, 80.8% score
- …d5 (54% of these games) — Argandona usually continues c4 (91.7% score)
- …Nf6 (38% of these games) — Argandona usually continues Bf4 (50.0% score)
- …f5 (8% of these games) — Argandona usually continues c4 (100.0% score)
As Black against 1.e4 (32 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| c5 | 17 | 53.1% | 52.9% |
| e5 | 15 | 46.9% | 46.7% |
As Black against 1.d4 (13 games)
| Move | Games | Share | Player score |
|---|---|---|---|
| d5 | 10 | 76.9% | 25.0% |
| Nf6 | 2 | 15.4% | 25.0% |
| c5 | 1 | 7.7% | 100.0% |
Manuel Gonzalez Argandona's chess games
All 101 games by Manuel Gonzalez Argandona in the Chess.ceo database (Jul 2021 - Aug 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: 42 wins, 19 draws, 40 losses.
Openings as White
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C50 | Italian Game | 7 | 3/0/4 | 42.9% |
| B50 | Sicilian | 6 | 1/0/5 | 16.7% |
| B11 | Caro-Kann | 4 | 1/2/1 | 25.0% |
| D00 | Indian Defense | 3 | 1/1/1 | 33.3% |
| D52 | Slav Defense | 3 | 3/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B23 | Sicilian: Closed | 2 | 0/2/0 | 0.0% |
| D31 | Queen's Gambit Declined | 2 | 2/0/0 | 100.0% |
| B07 | London System | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| C00 | French Defense | 2 | 1/1/0 | 50.0% |
| C26 | Hungarian Opening | 1 | 0/0/1 | 0.0% |
Openings as Black
| ECO | Opening | Games | W/D/L | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B45 | Sicilian | 12 | 5/4/3 | 41.7% |
| D00 | London System | 4 | 1/1/2 | 25.0% |
| C50 | Italian Game | 4 | 1/0/3 | 25.0% |
| B13 | Indian Defense | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| D00 | Queen's Pawn Game | 2 | 0/1/1 | 0.0% |
| B75 | Sicilian: Dragon | 2 | 0/0/2 | 0.0% |
| D04 | Colle System | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| C45 | Scotch Game | 2 | 1/0/1 | 50.0% |
| A25 | English Opening: Reverse Sicilian | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
| A13 | English Opening | 1 | 1/0/0 | 100.0% |
Notable wins
| Date | Opponent | Elo | Event | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | Adria Perez Llaurado | 2,024 | CAMPEONATO DE ESPAÑA SUB 8 A SUB 16 2026 | U14 | B00 |
| Jan 2026 | Julian Salvador Moreno Peinado | 1,901 | Absoluto, Femenino y Veterano Albacete 2026 | B22 |
| Jul 2026 | Roberto Alijarte Alfaya | 1,697 | CAMPEONATO DE ESPAÑA SUB 8 A SUB 16 2026 | U14 | C10 |
| Jul 2024 | Antonio Fornieles Bretones | 1,576 | ch-ESP U12 Rapid | D55 |
| Jun 2022 | Augusto Cesar Flores Barrera | 1,573 | 3rd Gran Canaria Online Blitz | C50 |
Top events
| Event | Year | Games | Score | TPR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ch-ESP U10 | 2022 | 17 | 13 | 1,447 |
| 2nd Gran Canaria Online Blitz | 2022 | 13 | 5.5 | 1,445 |
| 3rd Gran Canaria Online Blitz | 2022 | 11 | 4 | 1,471 |
| Gran Canaria Online Blitz | 2021 | 10 | 2.5 | 1,376 |
| ch-ESP U10 Rapid | 2022 | 9 | 5 | 1,397 |
| ch-ESP U12 Rapid | 2024 | 9 | 6 | 1,710 |
| Wch U10 | 2022 | 8 | 5 | 1,405 |
| ch-ESP U08 | 2020 | 6 | 3 | 1,203 |
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Start preparationFrequently asked questions
Where can I find Manuel Gonzalez Argandona's chess games?
101 games by Manuel Gonzalez Argandona, from Jul 2021 to Aug 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 Manuel Gonzalez Argandona has played.
What does Manuel Gonzalez Argandona play on the first move as White?
Across 50 games with White in our database, Manuel Gonzalez Argandona opens with 1.e4 (66% of games), 1.d4 (26% of games), 1.Nf3 (6% of games). Against 1.e4 as Black, Manuel Gonzalez Argandona answers 1...c5 (53% of games), 1...e5 (47% of games). Against 1.d4: 1...d5 (77% of games), 1...Nf6 (15% of games), 1...c5 (8% of games).
What openings does Manuel Gonzalez Argandona play as White?
As White, Manuel Gonzalez Argandona's most-played openings in our database are: Italian Game (7 games, 42.9% win rate); Sicilian (6 games, 16.7% win rate); Caro-Kann (4 games, 25.0% win rate). The full breakdown of 50 games with White is in the table above.
What openings does Manuel Gonzalez Argandona play as Black?
As Black, Manuel Gonzalez Argandona most often plays: Sicilian (12 games, 41.7% win rate); London System (4 games, 25.0% win rate); Italian Game (4 games, 25.0% win rate). See the table above for the top ten Black openings across 51 games.
What is Manuel Gonzalez Argandona's FIDE rating?
Manuel Gonzalez Argandona is currently rated 2,030 in classical chess, 1,867 in rapid and 1,883 in blitz. Peak classical rating: 2,030 (Aug 2026).
How many games has Manuel Gonzalez Argandona played?
Our database contains 101 games by Manuel Gonzalez Argandona, covering Jul 2021 to Aug 2026. Overall record: 42 wins, 19 draws, 40 losses (41.6% win rate).
How do I prepare against Manuel Gonzalez Argandona?
101 games by Manuel Gonzalez Argandona 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.