In Semey, ahead of Republic Day, a new indoor football arena was presented, which, according to the city akimat's press service, will be a significant facility for the development of both amateur and professional football in the region.
The event was attended by the akim of the region Nurlan Urahaev, the akim of Semey Nurbul Nursagatov, the head of Freedom Holding Corp. Timur Turlov, the head coach of FC "Yelimay" Andrey Karpovich, football veterans and legends, club trainees, community members, media representatives, and others.
The akimat's press service reported that the sports facility was constructed thanks to a memorandum signed between the akimat of the Abai region and Freedom Holding Corp.
The administrative area of the arena includes four changing rooms, restrooms, a cafeteria, and a special room for parents.
Additionally, certification of the arena is planned, which will allow senior age groups to hold official matches on its field. The dimensions of the football fields are 105 by 66 meters and 105 by 68 meters, in accordance with UEFA and FIFA standards. The indoor arena is expected to be put into operation by the end of 2024.
During the event, the akim of Semey awarded the honorary badge "Honorary Citizen of Semey" to Timur Turlov Timur Turlov 75 richest businessmen in Kazakhstan (May 2024) $3,300,000,000 Fintech / 36 years Timur Turlov's wealth has allowed him to rank 991st on the Forbes billionaire list, increasing by $200 million over the year. Turlov is the founder and majority owner (70.3%) of the financial and investment group... , the executive director of Freedom Holding Corp, in recognition of his significant contributions.