FC Astana

FC Astana (Kazakh: «Астана» футбол клубы, romanized: «Astana» fýtbol klýby) is a professional football club based in Astana, Kazakhstan. The club was founded in 2009 and quickly established itself as one of the most successful teams in Kazakh football, achieving numerous domestic titles and making significant strides in European competitions.

History

FC Astana was founded on 6 May 2009, as Lokomotiv Astana, through the merger of Megasport and Alma-Ata. The club quickly rose to prominence, securing its first major trophy, the Kazakhstan Cup, in 2010. In 2011, the club was renamed FC Astana. Its ascent continued with a dominant period in the Kazakhstan Premier League, starting from 2014.

Honours

FC Astana has been highly successful domestically, securing multiple titles:

• Kazakhstan Premier League:
  • Winners (7): 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022
• Kazakhstan Cup:
  • Winners (3): 2010, 2012, 2016
• Kazakhstan Super Cup:
  • Winners (6): 2011, 2015, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2023

European Competitions

FC Astana has made history in European club competitions. They became the first Kazakh club to qualify for the group stage of the UEFA Champions League in the 2015–16 season. The club has also regularly participated in the group stages of the UEFA Europa League, consistently representing Kazakhstan on the continental stage. Their performances have significantly raised the profile of Kazakh football.

Stadium

The club plays its home matches at the Astana Arena, a modern multi-purpose stadium located in Astana. Opened in 2009, the stadium has a seating capacity of approximately 30,000 and features a retractable roof.