Bobo-dioulasso: The 6th edition of the High Commissioner of Houet Province's Inter-Service Maracana Football Cup reached its finale on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at the Bobo-Dioulasso Central School grounds. The closely contested match saw the National Gendarmerie, represented by the National Gendarmerie Schools and Training Centers Command (CECPGN), face off against the Souro Sanou University Hospital Center (CHU).According to Burkina Information Agency, the final match ended in a goalless draw, leading to a decisive penalty shootout. The gendarmes displayed superior skill and composure, clinching victory and retaining the trophy for the second consecutive year.The event was attended by the regional secretary general, Souleymane Nakanabo, among other officials. High Commissioner Laurent K. Kontogom, who promoted the tournament, commended the participants for their quality of play and sportsmanship, emphasizing the competition's role in fostering camaraderie among public servants.The tournament featur ed 24 teams from various public, private, and paramilitary sectors. Both finalist teams received prizes, including balls, sets of jerseys, envelopes, and the championship trophy awarded to the winning team.The closing ceremony was highlighted by the symbolic handover of the Dèmè Sira urn to District 6.