Thyou:Boulkiemdé FC Nouvelle Slection de Thyou emerged victorious in the final of the 3rd edition of the Union Cup on October 10, 2026, defeating FC Boutoko 4-2 in a penalty shootout after the match ended 1-1 in regulation time. The final was held at the Thyou departmental high school, with a large crowd of spectators in attendance.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the victorious team, FC Nouvelle Slection de Thyou, was awarded the trophy, a set of jerseys, a ball, and a cash prize of 100,000 CFA francs. The runner-up, FC Boutoko, received a set of jerseys, a ball, and 50,000 CFA francs.

The event was patronized by the canton chief of Thyou, His Majesty Naaba Tigr, presided over by Rateba Dawega, president of the Special Delegation (PDS) of the commune of Thyou, and sponsored by Adama Zongo, the Koamb Naaba of Thyou and ambassador of peace. The atmosphere was festive as Dawega praised the competition's role in fostering social cohesion, cultural exchange, and youth integration amid the national context.

Adama Zongo expressed his satisfaction with the turnout, suggesting the event’s success, and pledged continued support for future editions. Similarly, His Majesty Naaba Tigr, represented by Naaba Karfo, also promised ongoing support.

The event's promoter, Franck Alain Kabor, thanked the authorities and sponsor for their support and commended the participating teams and technical team’s discipline. He vowed to deliver an even more competitive 4th edition of the tournament.

Additionally, certificates of recognition were distributed to several village chiefs, former police commissioner Hubert Koama, and Warrant Officer Oussni Oudraogo for their ongoing support of the initiative.