The second edition of the "Onidjidé de Tengrela" maracana tournament concluded on October 10, 2026, at the Tengrela omnisports field in the Tannounyan region. DILONG-FA FC of Siniéna emerged victorious, defeating FC SNOKIS of Banfora in the final. The match ended in a goalless draw after two 25-minute periods, with DILONG-FA FC winning 2-0 in the penalty shootout.
The tournament, initiated by Seydou Tou, Director General of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Burkina Faso (CCI-BF), aims to promote social cohesion and solidarity among communities. The event drew teams from across the region, including Bobo-Dioulasso and Ouagadougou, in addition to Tengrela and surrounding areas. The competition's second edition featured an expanded format, allowing more teams to participate.
The final match between DILONG-FA FC and FC SNOKIS was closely contested, with both teams creating scoring opportunities but failing to capitalize. DILONG-FA FC's goalkeeper made crucial saves to deny FC SNOKIS, while the latter's attempts were thwarted by the opposing team's defense. The match remained scoreless until the end, necessitating the penalty shootout to determine the winner.
DILONG-FA FC received a trophy, medals, 200,000 CFA francs, a ball, and a set of jerseys for their victory. FC SNOKIS, the runner-up, was awarded 150,000 CFA francs, medals, a ball, and a set of jerseys. The third and fourth-place teams also received prizes, including cash, balls, and jerseys.
Amadou Sangaré, captain of DILONG-FA FC, attributed the team's success to collective effort and dedication. He emphasized that the tournament's significance extends beyond the sporting aspect, promoting social cohesion and unity among participants. Sangaré expressed his team's desire to return and defend their title in future editions.
Seydou Tou, promoter of the tournament, highlighted the importance of "Onidjidé," which means cohesion, solidarity, and synergy in the Karaboro language. He stressed that the event aims to bring people together and encourage initiatives that foster community bonding. Tou expressed satisfaction with the tournament's success and plans to continue and expand the event in future years.
The tournament was praised by local authorities, including Toussaint Méda, Secretary General of the Tannounyan region, who represented the governor. Méda commended Seydou Tou for his initiative, which contributed to community rapprochement and social cohesion. He encouraged Tou to continue the event and expressed hope for its sustainability through future editions.
Key points
- DILONG-FA FC of Siniéna won the 2nd edition of the "Onidjidé de Tengrela" maracana tournament.
- The tournament aimed to promote social cohesion and solidarity among communities in the region.
- The event featured teams from across the region, including Bobo-Dioulasso and Ouagadougou.
