Kamaz Nab Chelny
Wikipedia - FC KAMAZ Naberezhnye Chelny
KAMAZ (Russian: Футбольный клуб КАМАЗ Набережные Челны) is a Russian football club based in Naberezhnye Chelny, Russia. The club plays in the second-tier Russian First League.
Colours are (Home) all white. (Away) Light blue shirts, white shorts.
History
The club was founded on 11 November 1981 at the KAMAZ plant under the name Trud-PRZ. The team played in local tournaments until 1988, when they entered Soviet Second League.
KAMAZ stayed in this league until 1992, when following the collapse of the Soviet Union they were entitled to play in the Russian First League. They won the Centre Zone tournament and were promoted into the Top League.
The best result achieved by KAMAZ in the Top League was a 6th position in 1994. It allowed the club to participate in the Intertoto Cup, where KAMAZ reached the semifinals, defeating München 1860 in the group stage.
KAMAZ stayed in the top flight from 1993 to 1997, when the financial troubles of their owner, KAMAZ plant, forced them into the First Division and into the Second Division a year later. The team played in the Ural Zone of the Second Division from 1999 to 2003, where they earned promotion.
KAMAZ became one of the leaders of the First Division in the 2000s, finishing 4th in 2004, 2006, 2007, and 2010 and 3rd in 2005 and 2008. They were relegated back to the third-tier at the end of the 2015–16 season.
On 15 June 2021, the club secured first place in their PFL group and promotion back to FNL.
The club has been known as Trud-PRZ (1981–1987), Torpedo (1988–1989), and KAMAZ-Chally (1995–2000).
The club has won 4 Second Division titles and 1 First Division title.
KAMAZ finished the 2021–22 Russian Football National League in a relegation spot, but was not relegated due to other clubs failing to obtain the 2022–23 season license.
Playing their home matches at the Central Stadium, Kamaz Nab Chelny boasts a passionate fan base that supports the team through thick and thin. The club's colors are typically represented in a vibrant palette, reflecting the spirit and determination of its players and supporters.
Over the years, Kamaz has experienced various successes, including promotions to higher leagues and notable cup runs. The team's playing style is characterized by a blend of tactical discipline and dynamic attacking play, making them a competitive force in their league.
With a commitment to developing local talent and fostering a strong community connection, FC Kamaz Nab Chelny continues to strive for excellence on the pitch while embodying the pride of Naberezhnye Chelny. As they aim for greater achievements in Russian football, the club remains a symbol of resilience and ambition in the sport.