Ouagadougou: The municipal pitch in B©r©gadougou echoed with excitement on September 5, 2026, during the final of the first Maracana tournament held to honor Pon Abdoul Ouattara, a gendarme who died on July 5, 2026, in the Kaya area. The FFCB team faced off against 18 heures 30 FC in a match overseen by Mahamadi Sawadogo, the president of the B©r©gadougou special delegation.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the tournament, which began on August 9 with participation from 14 local teams, attracted a significant number of football fans. The event also realized a vision of Pon Abdoul Ouattara, who aimed to unite the town's youth through football.

The game was tightly contested, with FFCB showing attacking prowess in the first half, frequently challenging the 18 heures 30 FC defense. Despite their efforts, the opposing defense held strong. In the second half, 18 heures 30 FC increased their offensive efforts, making the game more intense. Both sides had opportunities but neither scored by the end of regulation time.

The outcome was decided by a penalty shootout, where FFCB emerged victorious, securing the trophy for the inaugural event. Their supporters celebrated the win enthusiastically.

FFCB received the trophy, a set of jerseys, a ball, medals, 55,000 FCFA, and 5 kg bags of cornmeal for each player. Meanwhile, 18 heures 30 FC was awarded 30,000 FCFA, medals, a ball, and 5 kg bags of cornmeal per player.

The president of the special delegation emphasized the tournament's significance beyond sports, highlighting its role in fostering community cohesion and promoting values of discipline, courage, solidarity, and selflessness among the youth. He urged organizers to continue the tournament as a regular event.

This first edition served as both a tribute to Pon Abdoul Ouattara and a demonstration of unity and camaraderie among the youth of B©r©gadougou, setting the stage for the tournament to become a staple in the community.