Pô:The Union Football Club du Faso has emerged victorious in the 14th edition of the Pô under-15 maracana tournament, defeating Étalon du secteur 5 with a narrow 1-0 victory. The tournament concluded on November 7, 2026, in Pô under the theme "Youth football, a springboard to reach the top level."

According to Burkina Information Agency, the competition featured 16 teams of aspiring footballers under the age of 15 from the commune of Pô, who showcased their skills over a three-month period, emphasizing fraternity and fair play.

Rémi Tenkodogo, promoter and president of the sports association for development and solidarity, highlighted the event's goal of fostering social cohesion and identifying talented young players for recruitment into the Pô football club academy of AS Douane. The tournament also aims to instill civic responsibility and patriotism in the participants.

Anani Traoré, the sponsor of the 14th edition, commended the organizing committee for their consistent efforts in hosting the tournament, which honors the legacy of Potani Bilgo, the first promoter of the event who passed away in 2022.

The victorious Union Football Club du Faso received a trophy, 100,000 CFA francs, a ball, a set of jerseys, and medals. Runners-up FC Etalon were awarded 75,000 CFA francs, a ball, and a set of jerseys, with additional cash and in-kind prizes for the third and fourth-placed teams.

Distinguished guests, including former Minister of Sports Daouda Azoupiou and other supporters, attended the final to pay tribute to the late Potani Bilgo and support the ongoing legacy of the tournament. Addi Faïcial, CEO of Guidjara Hotel, presented a new motorcycle to Potani Bilgo's widow during the ceremony.

The presence of high-ranking officials, such as Colonel Hamed Rouamba, Chief of Staff of the Army, underscored the tournament's significance. Comrade Nikiema praised the participants' resilience and emphasized the civic and patriotic values imparted to the young athletes.