Reconstruction of the Raketa stadium: spacious changing rooms and recreation rooms

The fourth stage of the renovation of Raketa Stadium — the home arena of the Ak Bars–Raketa professional bandy club — has been completed. The athletes’ locker rooms have been expanded, a medical office has been equipped, and comfortable recreation areas as well as facilities for tactical game analysis have been created. Ilsur Metshin, Mayor of Kazan, inspected the progress of the works. A tour of the stadium was conducted by Igor Batmanov, defender of the Ak Bars–Raketa bandy team.

 “The renovation of the legendary Raketa stadium in Derbyshki continues. It is not just a stadium — it is a legend. Hundreds of boys trained here to become professionals, and thousands of fans with their families came here to cheer for their team. We have done a lot of work, and much more needs to be done. The most important thing is that we see children, young men, and a youth team. Raketa keeps the love for the native Russian sport and the traditions of Derbyshki alive. And we will support them,”-said Ilsur Metshin.

The renovation of the stadium has been underway since 2022. During this period, key infrastructure upgrades have been completed: refrigeration stations and lighting poles were replaced; the football pitch and running tracks were refurbished; and comprehensive works were carried out to waterproof the stands, repair the roof and the utilities, as well as renovate the facade.

The fourth stage of the renovation began this March and interior work in the Sports palace. The engineering systems (ventilation, alarm system, power supply) were completely replaced in the premises, the walls were insulated and the interiors were finished using wear-resistant materials.

A dedicated functional unit has been created for the Ak Bars‑Raketa team. The facility comprises a locker room, a drying room, a warm‑up room equipped with exercise bikes and athletic barbells, a medical office, a sauna, a massage room, and a special tactics room fitted with upholstered furniture and a large screen. This setup enables the coaching staff and players to conduct a detailed analysis of every training session and match.

The renovated lobby of the stadium has been decorated in a blue and white color scheme. It now features modern navigation systems, a dedicated waiting area, and a “Wall of Honor” showcasing the team’s history and achievements.

Approximately 130 people use the facility daily, including around 100 children and 30 athletes from the Ak Bars‑Raketa club.