The Réseau des caisses populaires du Burkina (RCPB) has emerged victorious in the second edition of the maracana competition organized by the Association professionnelle des systèmes financiers décentralisés du Burkina Faso (AP/SFD-BF). The final match was played on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at an unspecified location, where RCPB defeated Baobab with a score of 4-0. The competition brought together 16 teams, and the final match was attended by a large crowd.
The RCPB team dominated the game from the start, creating multiple scoring opportunities and taking a 3-0 lead in the first half. Despite Baobab's efforts to contain the RCPB's attacks, they were unable to prevent the team from scoring an additional goal in the second half, securing a 4-0 victory. The RCPB team's superior performance earned them the championship title and a prize of 250,000 FCFA, as well as a trophy and training jerseys.
The losing finalist, Baobab, received a consolation prize of 200,000 FCFA, medals, and training jerseys. The competition also recognized individual performances, with the best player receiving a prize of 25,000 FCFA. The AP/SFD-BF director, Claire Lossiane, expressed her satisfaction with the successful organization of the event, which aimed to promote social cohesion and strengthen ties among actors in the decentralized financial systems sector.
According to Claire Lossiane, the competition achieved its objectives, and the event was marked by remarkable mobilization and solidarity among the participants. She announced plans to expand the competition to all institutions in the microfinance sector in Burkina Faso and to improve the organization and visibility of the event in the future. The AP/SFD-BF aims to make the competition a regular event, with the third edition expected to take place in 2027.
Hyacinthe Nanéma, representing the event's patron, congratulated the RCPB team on their victory and commended Baobab for their performance. He emphasized the importance of solidarity and collaboration among actors in the microfinance sector and expressed his wish for the continued success of the competition. The event was seen as a success, with participants from various locations coming together to promote social cohesion and sporting spirit.
The AP/SFD-BF maracana competition has confirmed its ambition to promote proximity football and strengthen solidarity among actors in the microfinance sector in Burkina Faso. The event brought together teams from different regions, showcasing the sector's dynamism and commitment to social responsibility. The competition's success has paved the way for future editions, which are expected to attract more participants and promote greater social cohesion.
The RCPB team's victory in the AP/SFD-BF maracana competition marks a significant achievement for the organization, which aims to promote financial inclusion and social responsibility in Burkina Faso. The event has demonstrated the potential for sports to bring people together and promote social cohesion, and it is expected to continue to grow and expand in the future.
Key points
- RCPB won the AP/SFD-BF maracana title by defeating Baobab 4-0 in the final.
