Three Major Sports Facilities to Open in Jalal-Abad Region in One Day
Translated from Russian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Three major sports facilities will officially open in Kyrgyzstan's Jalal-Abad region on June 27, focusing on football development.
- The openings include the reconstructed "Shahtyor" stadium in Tash-Kumyr, the central stadium in Shamaldy-Say, and the "Neftchi" football club's training base in Kochkor-Ata.
- The "Shahtyor" stadium, built in 1963, has undergone a significant renovation and will feature a natural grass field, modern facilities, and a capacity of nearly 4,000 spectators.
Jalal-Abad region in Kyrgyzstan is set to inaugurate three significant sports facilities on June 27, marking a substantial boost for the region's football infrastructure. The official opening ceremony will introduce upgraded venues aimed at fostering the development of the sport.
The facilities include the fully reconstructed "Shahtyor" stadium in the city of Tash-Kumyr, the central stadium in Shamaldy-Say, and the renovated training and educational base of the "Neftchi" football club in Kochkor-Ata. The "Neftchi" complex will feature a hotel and administrative building for 30 people, a modern training hall, a conference room, medical facilities, and an artificial turf training field.
The "Shahtyor" stadium, originally built in 1963, is considered the flagship project. It has received a complete overhaul, now boasting a modern natural grass football pitch, seating for 3,975 spectators, a media center, a press conference hall, a VIP box, and a training field. Similarly, the central stadium in Shamaldy-Say has been entirely renovated. This sports complex spans 1.79 hectares and includes a natural grass football field, basketball and volleyball courts, a three-lane running track, and seating for 1,335 spectators, complete with a lighting system and modern amenities like medical rooms and changing facilities.
Originally published by 24.kg in Russian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.