The 22nd edition of the "Jeunesse Unie de Pouytenga" Maracana tournament concluded on September 26, 2026, in Pouytenga, Burkina Faso. The tournament, which began on August 11, 2026, featured 33 teams and a total of 61 matches. The final match pitted Nonsraaga against Kagambèga FC, with the latter emerging victorious after a goalless draw and winning 2-0 in the penalty shootout.
Kagambèga FC's captain, Ali Diallo, attributed their success to teamwork, stating that it was their collective effort that enabled them to remain strong throughout the tournament. The winning team received a trophy, 1 million F CFA, medals, balls, and other prizes. The runner-up, Nonsraaga, received 500,000 F CFA, jerseys, and other gadgets.
The tournament, now in its 22nd year, was organized to promote social cohesion in Pouytenga and the Nakambé region. The event was patronized by the Minister of Security, Commissioner Mahamadou Sana, who praised the efforts of the defense and security forces, as well as the Volunteers for the Defense of the Homeland (VDP), for maintaining peace and tranquility in the area.
Minister Sana commended the tournament's promoter for successfully hosting the event for 22 consecutive years, highlighting its significance as a factor of social cohesion. He also expressed his satisfaction with the tournament's outcome, stating that the victory was a testament to the team's hard work and dedication.
Moumouni Ouédraogo, president of the organizing committee, expressed his delight with the tournament's success, noting that all matches were played without incident. He emphasized that the event had achieved its objective of promoting social cohesion and thanked the partners who supported the tournament.
The "Jeunesse Unie de Pouytenga" Maracana tournament serves as a platform to reaffirm the populations' commitment to the ideals of the Revolutionary Progressive Party (RPP), including collective mobilization, patriotism, and endogenous development. The event has become an annual tradition, with the minister inviting organizers and the public to participate in the 23rd edition next year.
The tournament's partners, including local residents and businesses, played a crucial role in its success. The event demonstrated the power of sports to bring people together and promote social cohesion in the region.
Key points
- Kagambèga FC won the 22nd edition of the "Jeunesse Unie de Pouytenga" Maracana tournament, defeating Nonsraaga in the final.
- The tournament promoted social cohesion and was attended by Minister of Security Commissioner Mahamadou Sana.
- The event was a success, with all matches played without incident, and will return next year for its 23rd edition.
