The Home of Aktobe
The Central Stadium named after Koblandy Batyr is FC Aktobe's home ground. It stands in the city center, at 56 Abilkhair Khan Ave, and is named after Koblandy Batyr, a hero of the Kazakh epic.
About the Venue
The stadium has four stands, named after the points of the compass: North, South, West, and East. The main stand is the West Stand, home to the VIP box and media seats. All stands are covered. The playing surface is natural grass, and the venue has floodlights for evening matches.
Key Facts
- Opened: 1975
- Capacity: 12,800
History
The stadium opened on August 28, 1975. Its first official match featured Aktyubinets against CSKA Moscow.
Renovations
Over the years, the venue has been upgraded several times: wooden benches were replaced with plastic seats, and the pitch and floodlights have been renewed. The pitch was reconstructed again ahead of the 2026 season.
The Stands and the Fans
Aktobe's home matches are known for strong support from the stands. The core of the fan movement is the 13th Sector, in the North Stand.
Aktobe Arena
A new stadium, Aktobe Arena, is under construction in the city with a planned capacity of around 35,000. Construction began in 2025, with completion targeted for 2027.