TikTok FC Claims Victory in Inaugural Maracana Naa-Taaba Tournament

Ouargaye:The TikTok FC team emerged victorious in the final of the first edition of the Maracana Naa-Taaba (M-NAT) held in Koulplogo, defeating Espoir FC 2-1 on penalties after a draw in regulation time on October 11, 2026.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the competition, which began on September 3, 2026, was established to foster social cohesion and unity among the communities of Koulplogo province.

The final match took place at the Ouargaye provincial high school, attended by administrative, customary, and religious authorities, along with numerous supporters.

Moustapha Yangan, the acting provincial director in charge of Sports, Youth, and Employment, chaired the organizing committee and highlighted the significance of sports in bringing communities together and promoting peace.

Song-Naaba Sigri of Ouargaye, the competition's patron, expressed satisfaction with the event's organization and the strong community support for this sports initiative.

Mahamadou Soulama, the president of the special delegation of Ouargaye and head of the ceremony, thanked the promoter, Thiery Segda, for his contributions to the success of the tournament.

This competition was an opportunity to emphasize values like fair play, solidarity, and fraternity among the youth and people of Koulplogo, beyond the sporting results.

TikTok FC's victory marked the conclusion of the first edition of M-NAT, celebrated under the theme of sport and community living.