Eduard Streltsov Stadium, Football stadium in Danilovsky District, Russia
Eduard Streltsov Stadium is a football venue in southern Moscow with a seating capacity of around 13,400. The facility brings together stands built in different periods and serves primarily for football matches.
The stadium's construction began in the 1950s with the East Stand completed in 1959, followed by the West Stand in 1976. Full operation started in 1978 and the venue received its current name in 1996.
The stadium honors Eduard Streltsov, a Soviet footballer who spent his career with Torpedo Moscow, and the naming reflects his importance to local sports culture. His legacy connects the place to Moscow's football identity since the 1990s.
The stadium is best reached through Avtozavodskaya metro station, which is located nearby and provides direct access to the complex. Arriving well before events start helps ensure good seating access and a comfortable experience.
The stadium is currently undergoing renovation led by French architects Michel Remon and Alexis Peyer to expand capacity to around 15,000 seats by 2026. This modernization work preserves the historical elements while updating the facility for contemporary use.
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