Erik Malmberg was a Swedish chess player born on September 15, 1908, and passed away on April 22, 1994. He was a prominent figure in Swedish chess during the mid-20th century and represented Sweden in various international tournaments, including Chess Olympiads. Malmberg was known for his strategic and solid play, making significant contributions to Swedish chess.

Specific details about Erik Malmberg’s favorite openings or play style are not extensively documented. However, as with many players of his era, he likely favored classical and well-established openings that emphasized strategic and positional play. Some openings he may have favored include:

• Ruy López (Spanish Opening): Known for deep strategic possibilities and solid positional play.
• Queen’s Gambit Declined: A solid and strategic opening that offers strong central control.
• Sicilian Defense: A popular choice for dynamic and counter-attacking play.

These openings align with the playing style common among strong players in the mid-20th century.