The Kazan handball club "Zilant" is changing its name and logo.
In the club's Telegram channel, a picture appeared with the current logo and a masked new one. The name is not yet revealed, but an announcement is promised soon. Meanwhile, in the Super League calendar for the 2026/27 season, published by the handball federation, the Kazan club is listed as "Ak Bars," while "Zilant" is absent.
Photo: Telegram channel of the "Zilant" club
The team returned to the elite division after winning the Higher League in the 2025/26 season, taking the place of the relegated "Skif." The first match of the new season for "Ak Bars" will be held on August 31 in St. Petersburg against "Zenit."
Let us remind you that "Zilant" was founded in 1993 based on KAI, competed in the Super League and European cups, but ceased to exist in 2007. It was revived in 2022 with the support of the Handball Federation of Tatarstan. Home matches are held at USK "Miras," and the head coach is Igor Levshin. Sponsors include "Ak Bars Bank" and "Transcontainer."
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Photo: Telegram channel of the "Zilant" club
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