Tabanlioglu Architects design for the Astana Stadium is under construction in Kazakhstan
The stadium is to be used as a multifunctional entertainment complex for different sports and gathering purposes, but it is mainly programmed as a soccer field that fits the FIFA and UEFA criteria. Align with the elliptical outer form; the circulation line creates dynamic and peaceful areas. The structural elements mutually support each other and converge into a grid-like formation, in which façades, stairs and roof are integrated. The steel structure, transparent glass and the partially used galvanized sandwich panels on the facade create a strong and clear expression. The polycarbonate skylight surrounding the roof illuminates the facade and the main circulation zone. A two-tiered solution, with exclusive areas, is preferred; lower stands with 16,000 seating capacity situated at all four sides and the upper stands with 14,000 seating capacity are placed only on the east and west sides. The stadium, seating up to 30,000, has 24 portals for the entrance and exit of the spectators. The design introduces innovative solutions adopting high technology principles for operational management and dealing especially with harsh climatic conditions of the geography. The closed arena is heated and air-conditioned. The operable roof is an integral part of the structure. The main bearing construction being steel, the sliding roof shifts on the east-west direction. Polycarbonate elements cover the moving part of the roof for benefiting natural light; also grant impact resistance, sound absorption and natural ventilation. Apart from its functional features, the Astana Stadium is a symbolic building that reflects the modern and contemporary aspects of the new capital. The stadium constitutes a charming urban landscape and becomes a new scene in Astana tallying with the synergy of sports, games, hospitality, nature and contemporary architecture.


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http://www.worldarchitecturenews.com/news_images/1285_1_1000%20Taban%20Astana%201.jpg

http://www.worldarchitecturenews.com/index.php?fuseaction=wanappln.projectview&upload_id=1285

Looks perfect for a game of Shurek, a popular Kazakh game where dogs are taken into a field and shot.

I must say, that's a fine looking stadium. The Turkish architects have done a great job. From the outside it looks far bigger than 30k, too! Great for Kazakhstan. :okay:

The only problem is that it looks like a tricky design to expand...? But, hell, who needs more people when it looks THIS good. :D

looks nice!

Fantastic design. The exteria is excellent. It's a better than the recently built 30,000 capacity stadiums recently built in Britain. They all look the same and aren't that special.


St. Marys (Southampton)
http://www.visit-southampton.co.uk/xsdbimgs/Football%20stadium%20036.jpg
http://media.rivals.net/media/jpg%5C2005091200180925.jpg

Walkers Stadium (Leicester)
http://www.webbaviation.co.uk/stadiums/250/31_leicester_city_fc.jpg
http://www.blues.premiumtv.co.uk/javaImages/6c/1a/0,,~268908,00.jpg

Wow, very nice stadium for Kazakhstan.

I gues it will be used for the national soccer team as well.

I hate you so much, www.sercan.de. I hate you so very very much for starting this thread so early on:lol:

impressive!! awesome renders..reminds me of cape towns world cup stadium.

I hate you so much, www.sercan.de. I hate you so very very much for starting this thread so early on:lol:

:D
i was surprised why nobody already opened it :D

Opening ceremony for the new stadium -

http://fashiontribes.typepad.com/the_travel_snob/images/borat_1.jpg

Looks perfect for a game of Shurek, a popular Kazakh game where dogs are taken into a field and shot.

LOL bahahahaa!!! :lol:



Anyway, that stadium looks amazing. Nice work!

From the inside, it reminds me of Porto's stadium, although they have the roof taller at the ends. Great looking venue.

beautiful design! I like it.

When i saw this Pic (http://www.worldarchitecturenews.com/news_images/1285_1_1000%20Taban%20Astana%201.jpg) i thought its already built :D

Any consctruction pics?

wow, holy crap, that's awesome! Is football popular in this part of asia?

very modern for it's capacity.

Opening ceremony for the new stadium -

http://fashiontribes.typepad.com/the_travel_snob/images/borat_1.jpg

!!!!!:lol:

One of the best stadiums with this capacity I've ever seen.
But I wonder how often they can fill it?

One of the best stadiums with this capacity I've ever seen.
But I wonder how often they can fill it?

That's what I was wondering...does anybody have any attendance averages?

2007
http://european-football-statistics.co.uk/attn/current/avekaz.htm

2001-2006
http://european-football-statistics.co.uk/attn/2000/avekaz.htm

Astana is a brand new city which needs brand new and astonishing architecture. Whether there really is a need for it doesn't seem to matter (kind of a Central Asian Dubai). It actually wouldn't have surprised me if they had made it 50,000.

Does anyone have any pictures or information on it?

Seems to be the first stadium with a sliding roof along the long side of the stadium.

Yes there is a recent thread under astana stadium in this forum.

December 2007 Construction Update

Author: Ербол Нарымбаев

http://sbornaya.kz/base/modules/photogallery/lib/c8adf3c294_st2_b.jpg

A view on west bleachers

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http://sbornaya.kz/base/modules/photogallery/lib/d1e803953f_st29_b.jpg

The place looks quite melancholic right now

http://sbornaya.kz/base/modules/photogallery/lib/1b9d57f803_st1_b.jpg

A look from top on east bleachers

http://sbornaya.kz/base/modules/photogallery/lib/e93ff5f7f2_st3_b.jpg

This is where the parking lots will be

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http://sbornaya.kz/base/modules/photogallery/lib/1599819dfc_st6_b.jpg

Once completed this stairs will lead up to the top level bleachers

http://sbornaya.kz/base/modules/photogallery/lib/fb0f81dfd0_st7_b.jpg

This is a true documentary photo:

http://sbornaya.kz/base/modules/photogallery/lib/0260ef4cb3_st9_b.jpg

Sitting on the very top level of the new stadium uncovers a spectacular view on Astana's rising skyline

http://sbornaya.kz/base/modules/photogallery/lib/2ee73bfeab_st11_b.jpg

"Yes, we can!"

http://sbornaya.kz/base/modules/photogallery/lib/55629c75c8_st12_b.jpg

A general view of the stadium from the West bleachers

http://sbornaya.kz/base/modules/photogallery/lib/5d44f43145_st13_b.jpg'

'The East'

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Future elevator shafts - a work in progress

http://sbornaya.kz/base/modules/photogallery/lib/25440bb4d1_st16_b.jpg

If you're a real football fan(sorry Americans), you know what those things are for:

http://sbornaya.kz/base/modules/photogallery/lib/497d9b143b_st17_b.jpg

Team shower stalls - not a pleasant view, yet.

http://sbornaya.kz/base/modules/photogallery/lib/e9ae2ef01f_st18_b.jpg

'A bull's entrance - Torroo!'

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Apparently, they play on gravel, OUCHH! ;)

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'South' overview

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View from the north

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One of the tabloids will be set up here

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Since they are already spending so much money on all the projects...why didn't they build a stadium with a retractable roof, especially considering Kazakhstan's really harsh winters ?

^^ And since you're being such a smart ass right now, why don't you go ahead and look in the first post and read what it actually says about the sliding roof?

Great construction pix!

^^ And since you're being such a smart ass right now, why don't you go ahead and look in the first post and read what it actually says about the sliding roof?

Dude I just missed that in the text somehow, no need for name calling.

This is one of the best (if not the best) 30k seater stadion i have ever seen.Very nice.

Dude I just missed that in the text somehow, no need for name calling.

Sorry man, I hate all people what can I do :)

But it is also easy to see the retractable roof on the pics :D

this photo suits the construction picture. Open concer ect...

http://www.worldarchitecturenews.com/news_images/1285_5_1000%20Taban%20Astana%202.jpg
http://sbornaya.kz/base/modules/photogallery/lib/1b9d57f803_st1_b.jpg

But on this design, everywhere is closed and covered.

http://www.worldarchitecturenews.com/news_images/1285_2_1000%20Taban%20Astana%207.jpg

there must be a mistake. :weird:

but its the same design?they just havent started putting the roof on it yet, you can see in the corner of the main stand the supports for the roof (a concrete base) so its the same stadium!

Ooooh I see what Kuvacci is saying. If you look at the top left of the stands in both renders, the second seems to have another tier and no screen...?

I guess the first image is the final design since it matches the construction pics. But I prefer the second. :D

wow... xD

They just have two renders and we don't know which one will be their final decision.

first one:
http://www.worldarchitecturenews.com/news_images/1285_3_1000%20Taban%20Astana%204.jpg

http://www.worldarchitecturenews.com/news_images/1285_2_1000%20Taban%20Astana%207.jpg


second:
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/1/15/New_Astana_Stadium2.jpg

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/c/cd/New_Astana_Stadium3.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3174/2363671034_bb8de410b9.jpg?v=0

fantastic stadium!!!!! It is a 30k indeed!! wow!! :uh:
very very good , i didn't know the project.

When i say no matter the capacity but only design matters!

fantastic stadium!!!!! It is a 30k indeed!! wow!! :uh:
very very good , i didn't know the project.

When i say no matter the capacity but only design matters!

Hello Axy was wandering where you were, thought you might of gone sking in the alps or something!
Did you see I didnt get any replies to my request, are you going to be the first to help me out?
Better mention this stadium whilst im here or Ill get the chop...
oh yeah.. great small arena.. cool.

they must finish it till July

That's great! Are you going to host the World Cup or Olympics there?

Capability isn't impressive, but design is, indeed :)

I love the exterior but the interior looks boring...imagine this exterior design at a really big stadium (80,000+) !! That would look amazing.

Hello Axy was wandering where you were, thought you might of gone sking in the alps or something!
Did you see I didnt get any replies to my request, are you going to be the first to help me out?
Better mention this stadium whilst im here or Ill get the chop...
oh yeah.. great small arena.. cool.


:lol: what are you talkingabout? you want me i call cardiff?? :lol: no time to waste!
i prefer to wait finished donesk to see it in winters when champions league !

and notice here it's an arena.. :lol: again!

:lol: what are you talkingabout? you want me i call cardiff?? :lol: no time to waste!
i prefer to wait finished donesk to see it in winters when champions league !

and notice here it's an arena.. :lol: again!

Sorry you misunderstand, I was talking about the thread I posted requesting pictures of pitches but so far ther eis a grand total of 0 replies!

veronika--> you are a clever person and if you want to see pitches find it with the web :lol:

http://www.sembolinsaat.com.tr/images/stadium/l/1.jpg


http://www.sembolinsaat.com.tr/images/stadium/l/2.jpg


http://www.sembolinsaat.com.tr/images/stadium/l/3.jpg


http://www.sembolinsaat.com.tr/images/stadium/l/6.jpg


http://www.sembolinsaat.com.tr/images/stadium/l/4.jpg

Roof looks a bit too big now without the original facade.

Ooooh I see what Kuvacci is saying. If you look at the top left of the stands in both renders, the second seems to have another tier and no screen...?

I guess the first image is the final design since it matches the construction pics. But I prefer the second. :D

they still could have been taken from two different directions. One from the NE and one from the NW

Are there any new photos from construction of New Astana Stadium?

You can see the new construction pics at the Kazakhstan - Astana forum.
They are really nice pics.

You can see the new construction pics at the Kazakhstan - Astana forum.
They are really nice pics.

Photo update June 15, 2008 by Adam Kesher (http://adam-kesher.livejournal.com/):

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Молодцы.
Great work.Kazahstan will europian champion very soon

not good quality, but ...

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Wow, if this turns out like in the render, it will be an amazing stadium.

it looks so huge even the capacity is "just" 30000

yes, it looks really big. I like it very much

are there some other projects in Kazakhstan?

are there some other projects in Kazakhstan?

unfortunately not. only redevelopment in Aktobe, Almaty and Kostanai. Actually we do not need more as cities are not that much populated. Maybe in Almaty only. I like the way Aktobe stadium was redeveloped.

do u have any link?

do u have any link?

the link
(http://www.skyscrapercity.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1054)

I meant the link of the projects, not the Kazakhstan forum!

I meant the link of the projects, not the Kazakhstan forum!

google.com know how to use this one piece of equipment?

2Kuvacci:

not of a good quality but still:

Seems, this is before reconstruction:

http://www.aktobeforum.com/gallery/files/3/stadion2.jpg

http://www.aktobeforum.com/gallery/files/5/7/0/p7240295.jpg

This is after, have no images from the outside:

http://13sector.kz/_ph/38/2/166465222.jpg

http://13sector.kz/_ph/38/2/407212180.jpg

It was built in 1975. Capacity: 13500 seats. The most visited Stadium in Kazakh Premier League.

actually in KZ we don't have really big stadiums. so this one will be one of the first ...

Can anyone update if the stadium will be finished for the World Cup match in June 2009 versus England?

^^
According to Wikipedia that game will be played at the Almaty Central Stadium.

looks bigger than 30000

very good fot kazakhstan

any photos ?

!!!!!:lol:

haha :D:lol:

Looks perfect for a game of Shurek, a popular Kazakh game where dogs are taken into a field and shot.

Are bulls killed in Europe in stadiums or are there special arenas where they get killed?

The works on the new stadium are temporarily on hold due to financial difficulties.

Oh. It looks like nearly 60-70& is finished.

1:150 scale miniature

http://maviisik.com/galeri/76/1.jpg
http://maviisik.com/galeri/76/2.jpg
http://maviisik.com/galeri/76/3.jpg
http://maviisik.com/galeri/76/4.jpg

Source: www.maviisik.com (http://www.maviisik.com)

1:150 scale miniature

Thanks! This stadium is really nice, I like it.

http://i024.radikal.ru/0904/53/ea6156e50300.jpg

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http://s50.radikal.ru/i130/0904/dd/14e26f6b26fa.jpg

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Please see additional photos in Kazakh forum (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=560126&page=4)

http://i024.radikal.ru/0904/53/ea6156e50300.jpg

http://s50.radikal.ru/i130/0904/6e/05516cfd64e5.jpg

http://s50.radikal.ru/i130/0904/dd/14e26f6b26fa.jpg

http://s44.radikal.ru/i103/0904/ed/aa42de5b2336.jpg

Please see additional photos in Kazakh forum (http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=560126&page=4)

I wondered what was happening with this stadium...that grand concourse is amazing...

Thanks for great photos. It seems, Astana will be able to host lots of sports events at Astana arena; moreover, arena looks very visitor friendly.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3328/3494088037_9907fb0706_b.jpg

http://www.sports.kz/media/fotogallery/239.jpg

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Thanks for the updates.
I love the interior of this stadium, for me the best in the world for a stadium this size.

When is the first game going to be played?

I like it too. It is very high-tech in a way but looks cosy with all the plump chairs and the retractable roof. I'm not much of a football fan, but I'd definitely go to the games just for the sounds and colors and the atmosphere.

Such a super stadium for 30.000 only? That sucks man, they should've at least made it for 40-50k!

^^ Don't forget that this is Kazakhstan, a nation of just 16mln. The Almaty stadium is currently the largest stadium in Kazakhstan at 13,500 and even so you don't always see it fill up to the max cap. There is simply no demand for a grander arena right now.

Kazhakhstan's stadiums have such mediocre capacities, I swear. Almaty has the Ortalyk Tsentralnyi Stadium with a 25,000 capacity, and Shymkent has the Kazhimukana Munaytpasova Stadium with a 30,000 capacity. Astana's proposed stadium will also have a 30,000 capacity.

^^ i wouldn't expect anything else. a 40 000 capacity or more stadium in kazhakhstan isn't sustainable, unfortunately.

I wish I could take this stadium over to England and show the clubs and architechts how to build a 30,000 stadium this is miles ahead of St Mary's, Walkers, Pride Park or worst of all the new Cardiff stadium. Hate to say but it's a shame that it is in Kazakhstan as we will never see this stadium in European football apart from maybe at international level it would be a perfect fit for a number of teams around Europe.

thank you for comments. The first game here..... I don't know, may be next year or in the end of 2009.

It does look truely remarkable :)

June 15



http://pics.kz/s4/31/3d/39/d0/313d39d004386c01590d73f7c552b8ac.jpg

Внутри - укладка газона!

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Is that an artificial surface???

I'm afraid so. As you see in the picture, there's no soil foundation for natural grass on the pitch

I'm afraid so. As you see in the picture, there's no soil foundation for natural grass on the pitch

I guess they put artificial surface because in the beginning of July there will be celebration of Astana City Day.

Evertraveller
the artificial pitch will be more of a permanent installation I'm afraid

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бу бу

One of the best 30K stadiums I've ever seen :) Well done Kazakhstan! :cheers:

Opening Ceremony (video):
"99 Hakan Şükür (TUR), 77 Hasan Şaş (TUR) and Pierluigi Collina (ITA)"

http://videogaleri.hurriyet.com.tr/Video.aspx?s=2&vid=3513 (http://videogaleri.hurriyet.com.tr/Video.aspx?s=2&vid=3513)

Opening Ceremony (fotos):
"77 Hasan Şaş (TUR), 25 Andriy Shevchenko (UKR), 26 Kakha Kaladze (GEO), 99 Hakan Şükür (TUR) and Pierluigi Collina (ITA)"

http://fotogaleri.hurriyet.com.tr/galeridetay.aspx?cid=24367&rid=2 (http://fotogaleri.hurriyet.com.tr/galeridetay.aspx?cid=24367&rid=2)

o its opened?

o its opened?

Yes. Yesterday.

Opening Ceremony (video):
"99 Hakan Şükür (TUR), 77 Hasan Şaş (TUR) and Pierluigi Collina (ITA)"

http://videogaleri.hurriyet.com.tr/Video.aspx?s=2&vid=3513 (http://videogaleri.hurriyet.com.tr/Video.aspx?s=2&vid=3513)

So now we're waiting for photos and the stadium may be taken into the "completed" section

I understand the interior works will continue during the summer.
It is rumored to not conform to the UEFA standards

some photos from the opening event:


http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gFvVoO6_NDU/Sk44E0r1-UI/AAAAAAAAA1k/Ua9_rfDzGIg/s720/002_1024.jpg
http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gFvVoO6_NDU/Sk44FAWIpzI/AAAAAAAAA1o/Qz_oRX9tNpc/s720/008_1024.jpg
http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gFvVoO6_NDU/Sk44kduGW8I/AAAAAAAAA2E/GQkubg5SwD4/s720/077_1024.jpg

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More photos (http://picasaweb.google.com/astanoid/32009#)

ASTANA (A.A) - 04.07.2009 - A Turkish company has constructed a stadium in the Kazakh capital of Astana.

Turkey's Sembol Insaat (construction company) built the "Astana Arena Stadium" in Astana, Kazakhstan which cost 185 million USD.

The stadium with a retractable roof panel will have a capacity to host 30,000 spectators. The construction began in 2006.

Kazakh President Nursultan Nazarbayev inaugurated the stadium on Saturday.

The stadium is equipped with television networks with satellite antennas, broadcasting, and sound reinforcement with simultaneous translation in meeting halls, press-conference halls, display panel, and helicopter ground. The stands are located at two levels: 16,000 seats – at the lower and 14,000 – at the upper. VIP-zone is located between them in the western part of the stadium.

Besides Nazarbayev, Fettah Tamince, the chairman of the Rixos Hotels Executive Board and Sembol Insaat's founder; Kazakh ministers and lawmakers; Turkish Football Federation's Executive Board member Levent Kizil; Turkish national team coach Fatih Terim; and Turkish footballers Hakan Sukur and Hasan Sas participated in the inauguration ceremony.

After the ceremony, Kazakhistan's Locomotive Astana and Kazakh junior national team played a friendly match which was officiated by Italian referee Pierluigi Collina.

Hakan Sukur and Hasan Sas played for the Locomotive Astana team in the friendly match.

The Locomotive Astana defeated the junior national team 5-2. (BRC)

http://haber.turk.net/ENG/2298104/-eco--Turkish-Company-Builds-Kazakh-Stadium

Wow, Turkey are getting really good stadiums :D I think think this thread should be moved the the completed section.

So as i understand the opening match was yesterday??? (3rd of July)

Wow, Turkey are getting really good stadiums :D
eee... Astana - that's Kazakhstan ;)

so whats the official name of this stadium?

so whats the official name of this stadium?

I'd assume Astana Arena Stadium, based on the news report posted a couple of posts ago

I'd assume Astana Arena Stadium, based on the news report posted a couple of posts ago

The Stadium is named after Kazhymukan - a famous kazakh wrestler.

Who cares if the stadium does not meet UEFA standards ... it is in Asia so it does not matter. Its a great looking stadium either way. Good job Astana!

^^ Kazakhstan is in the UEFA (despite belonging geographically to Asia). So they can't play Euro quali or european club games in this stadium until they meet the requirements.

The Stadium is named after Kazhymukan - a famous kazakh wrestler.


So name is Kazhymukan Stadion?

So name is Kazhymukan Stadion?

exactly :)

is it just me or does the roof not close properly

Kazakhstan is Eurasian, like Russia and Turkey.

Why in the world would they not build it to UEFA standards?

Astana Stadium
Astana, Kazakhstan (2005-2007)

Sporting Symbol

Intended to be a symbol of the burgeoning new capital of Kazakhstan, the Astana Stadium has a spectacular elliptical form and a retractable roof that can be closed in harsh winter weather conditions to protect the players, the spectators and the playing surface. Located on the highway connecting the airport to the city the stadium is principally designed as a venue for soccer but it can be adapted for other sports events including the country?s favourite sports ? wrestling, judo and boxing. The venue, set within extensive landscaping, has quickly become a landmark in the city.

The 30,000 stadium was conmived as a large amphitheatre with a distinctive and instantly recognisable form when viewed from a distance and from close proximity. Essentially a two·tiered structure, the lower terram, accommodating 16,000 seats, encircles the playing area while the upper stand on the east and west sides seats a further 14,000 spectators. There is effective separation of VlPs, spectators and players to ensure smooth access. All spectators are seated and have a clear sight line with an unobstructed view of the field of play. The playing surface is covered in high quality grass surface specified to meet FIFA and UEFA criteria. The grass can be covered for other events.

The Presidential Suite and sixteen VIP suites, are located on the west side of the stadium between the upper and lower terraces and are served by private elevators from the main concourse. The media section, the main control room, TV broadcasting facilities, restaurants, bars and a VIP reception hall are in the same section.

The main structure, designed by Buro Happold, is insitu reinforced concrete while prefabricated concrete elements are used in the construction of the stands. Parts of the east and west elevations are famd in profiled aluminium cladding. Natural stone and aluminium curtain wall is employed in the VIP areas. A spacious ambulatory runs around the stands linking to a concourse that contains food kiosks, restaurants and restrooms and 24 portals around the stadium ensure that the crowd are able to disperse swiftly after an event.

Two deep steel trusses run in an east·west direction carrying the main roof structure and also bear the weight of the sliding roof components. When weather conditions deteriorate the two moving parts are activated and slide over the cantilevered main roof elements, to meet above the centre of the bowl. It is an is an impressive spectacle when the giant roof panels glide toward each other. Polycarbonate panels in the retractable roof ensure natural light enters the stadium even when the roof is closed and besides light transmittanm, the membrane material resists deformation and has sound absorption.

The stadium floodlighting is mounted on the leading edge of the main roof beams thus obviating the need for corner pylons and ensuring there is minimal light spillage. Closing the roof reduces noise pollution to the surrounding area and simultaneously intensifies the competitive atmosphere within the stadium. When the roof is closed the stadium can be used as a covered arena for a variety of activities.

The Astana Stadium is intended to be a symbol of the growing international stature of the new capital of Kazakhstan. Sport and specifically socmr creates a common link between people of different cultures and international games are beamed around the globe by satelite TV. In this sense the Astana Stadium is a link between Kazakhstan and the world. The Football Union of Kazakhstan joined FIFA in 1994 and became a member of UEFA in 2002.

Stadia have become central to the lives of many people ? sport today has ousted every other form of entertainment. The development of satellite television and the internet has changed our perception of sport, creating a new breed of international superstars. Individual citizens can now, more than ever, participate in the success of their heroes and the fortunes of their national team. In the process sport has developed as the major global culture extending its reach to embrace all people regardless of religion, race or colour. Astana Stadium is a powerful expression of this new global imperative.

Source: www.tabanlioglu.com.tr

Brill stadium, all I can say is WELL PLAYED KAZAkHSTAN !

^^ Kazakhstan is in the UEFA (despite belonging geographically to Asia). So they can't play Euro quali or european club games in this stadium until they meet the requirements.

I stand corrected.

In what regard does the stadium not meet UEFA standards by the way?

I stand corrected.

In what regard does the stadium not meet UEFA standards by the way?

It DOES meet UEFA standards, by the way. The rumor appears to be false. Have a NICE day!

The rumors were probably based on the turf.

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This video includes a brief image on taken from a helicopter.

Fantastic stadium!

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Great stadium, too bad it has a plastic pitch.

Rather nice stad http://web-statistic.org/catalog/out.php?s_id=1

May be we will play the first official match on this stadium with Croatia on 14/10/09

I hope so:)

Kazakhstan - Croatia football match will be played on this stadium (14/10/09)

Great :okay:

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it´s fantastic........congratulation.

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wonderful stadium. I hope we can have such stadiums for our EURO 2016 bid. Though a Turkish compnay built this stadium, but we don't have a similar one in Turkey yet.

But why are most of the Kazak national team's pplayers Russian?

Turkish architekt Tabanlioglu at its best :drool:

Actually they designed it with the help of HOK Sports

Yep. :)

Architect:
Tabanlioglu Architects

Design Consultant:
HOK Sport

Structural Engineer:
Buro Happold

But why are most of the Kazak national team's pplayers Russian?

Because they are Kazakhstanis, the citizens of Kazakhstan.

I now it but I meant the ethnic Kazakhs. They don't play football as much as Russian minority of Kazakhstan?

Wasn't one of the Klitschko brothers born in Kazakhstan?

Yea you are right Klichko brothers born and began boxing in Kazakhstan:cheers:

Yea you are right Klichko brothers born and began boxing in Kazakhstan:cheers:


Just because their father was a member of the army of the soviet union and they travelled through the whole union. Their origin is in Ukraine and later they moved to Kiev and there they started with boxing.

Great arena

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Architect: Tabanlıoğlu / Melkan Gürsel & Murat Tabanlıoğlu
Location: Astana, Kazakhstan
Project Team: Murat Cengiz, Salih Yılgörür, Hakan Bağcı, Süleyman Akka, Nihal Şenkaya Akkaş, Mehmet Vaizoğlu, Serhat Yavuz, Arzu Çetingöz, Ahmet Çorapçıoğlu
Client: Alke – Sembol
Structural Engineer: Buro Happold (London), Arce (İstanbul)
Mechanical Engineer: Dinamik
Electrical Engineer: HB Teknik
Sports Consultant: Populous
Main Contractor: Alke – Sembol
Site Area: 232,485 sqm
Construction Area: 66,249 sqm
Hard / Soft Landscape: 194,531 sqm
Project & Construction Date: 2005-2007
Occupancy: 2009
Photographs: Cemal Emden (http://www.cemalemden.com/)

Shitty plastic pitch might as well knock the stadium down.

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