Miguel Ángel Gil Marín, CEO of Atlético de Madrid, praised the progress of construction at the Almaty Atlético de Madrid youth football academy in the Talgar District of Almaty Region.

The international-standard sports complex is scheduled to be fully commissioned in 2027. The architectural design was developed by Kazakhstan-based INK Architects.

“During the presentation, we demonstrated the current stage of construction, including preparation of the football pitch foundations, erection of the indoor arena structure, and the main construction phases of the complex itself,” said Ruslan Saginbayev, Head of INK Architects.

The Almaty Atlético de Madrid Football Academy is a large-scale sports complex designed for the training and development of professional football players. Developed by INK Architects in 2025, the project is conceived as a full-scale training base that meets high international standards.

The complex occupies a 25.7-hectare site and includes several key functional areas. These include two football pitches, one of which will be suitable for regional-level competitions, as well as an indoor arena for year-round training.

The administrative building will accommodate offices, educational spaces for young athletes, staff facilities, and changing rooms for players, coaches and referees.

The existing complex also includes residential buildings for the permanent accommodation and education of young athletes.

The architectural concept is based on the principles of functionalism and minimalism. The buildings are designed in a contemporary style, defined by clean lines and precise geometry. Extensive panoramic glazing and modern materials create a sense of openness and connection with the surrounding landscape, while maximizing natural daylight within the interiors.

Miguel Ángel Gil Marín highly praised the architecture and design of the project, noting its restrained character and aesthetic quality, and highlighted the contribution of INK Architects and the construction company.

The academy’s setting within a mountainous landscape further enhances the project, creating panoramic views that complement its architectural character.

Overall, the Atlético de Madrid CEO spoke positively about the academy’s infrastructure, noting that it has the potential to become one of the leading football training and education complexes of its kind.

In June 2026, the Almaty Atlético de Madrid Football Academy was also visited by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.

Source: Todayinfo.kz