Aleksandr E. Usov vs Roman Shogdzhiev
IM Aleksandr E. Usov (2436) · IM Roman Shogdzhiev (2446)
Aleksandr E. Usov and Roman Shogdzhiev have played 11 recorded games against each other, the first in May 2024 and the most recent in Jan 2026. Usov leads 6 wins to 2, with 3 draws (73% of the games were decisive). Their most common battleground is the Petrov's Defense (3 games). The average game between them lasted 43 moves.
Results by color
| Split | Games | Usov | Draws | Shogdzhiev |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usov with White | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Shogdzhiev with White | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
Results by time format
| Format | Games | Usov | Draws | Shogdzhiev |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Rapid | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Classical | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Openings in their games
| ECO | Opening | Games | Usov | Draws | Shogdzhiev |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C42 | Petrov's Defense | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| C44 | Italian Game | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| C68 | C68 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| C68 | Ruy Lopez: Exchange | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| D03 | Trompowsky Attack | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| A06 | Réti Opening | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| D10 | Slav Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| C42 | C42 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
All games
| Date | White | Black | Result | Opening | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | Roman Shogdzhiev | Aleksandr E. Usov | 0-1 | Petrov's Defense | Usov-Shogjiev Rapid Match |
| Jan 2026 | Aleksandr E. Usov | Roman Shogdzhiev | 1-0 | Italian Game | Usov-Shogjiev Rapid Match |
| Jan 2026 | Roman Shogdzhiev | Aleksandr E. Usov | 1-0 | Petrov's Defense | Usov-Shogjiev Rapid Match |
| Jan 2026 | Aleksandr E. Usov | Roman Shogdzhiev | 1-0 | Italian Game | Usov-Shogjiev Match Blitz |
| Jan 2026 | Aleksandr E. Usov | Roman Shogdzhiev | 1/2-1/2 | Ruy Lopez: Exchange | Usov-Shogjiev Rapid Match |
| Jan 2026 | Aleksandr E. Usov | Roman Shogdzhiev | 0-1 | C68 | Usov-Shogjiev Match Blitz |
| Jan 2026 | Roman Shogdzhiev | Aleksandr E. Usov | 0-1 | C42 | Usov-Shogjiev Match Blitz |
| Jan 2026 | Roman Shogdzhiev | Aleksandr E. Usov | 0-1 | Réti Opening | Usov-Shogjiev Match Blitz |
| Jan 2026 | Aleksandr E. Usov | Roman Shogdzhiev | 1-0 | Slav Defense | Usov-Shogjiev Match Cl |
| Jan 2026 | Roman Shogdzhiev | Aleksandr E. Usov | 1/2-1/2 | Petrov's Defense | Usov-Shogjiev Match Cl |
| May 2024 | Aleksandr E. Usov | Roman Shogdzhiev | 1/2-1/2 | Trompowsky Attack | Titled Tue Early |
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Browse the gamesFrequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head score between Aleksandr E. Usov and Roman Shogdzhiev?
In 11 recorded games, Aleksandr E. Usov has 6 wins, Roman Shogdzhiev has 2 wins, and they have drawn 3 times.
How many times have Aleksandr E. Usov and Roman Shogdzhiev played each other?
Our database records 11 games between them, from May 2024 to Jan 2026.
What openings do Aleksandr E. Usov and Roman Shogdzhiev play against each other?
The most common opening in their games is the Petrov's Defense (3 games), followed by the Italian Game (2). The full opening breakdown and every game are on this page.