Sunday, April 19, 2026 will remain etched in the memories of those who frequent the Lycée Classique d'Abidjan . Much more than a simple football match, the gala game organized by the Club des Amis du Dimanche (CAD) transformed the school grounds into a true sanctuary of social cohesion and shared joy.

A Prestigious Cast for a Common Cause

The event was distinguished by the presence of leading figures from Ivorian society. Among the distinguished guests were:

1. Didier Drogba , a living legend of football.
2. Stéphane Eholié , captain of the opposing team.
3. Eric Taba , testifying to the support of the authorities for citizen initiatives.

The Minister Delegate for Sports and Living Environment, Adjé Silas Metch , was honored for his work in support of national sport. True to his close ties with the community, he urged Ivorians to incorporate sports into their daily lives for better physical and mental health, while expressing his hope that the CAD's example would spread throughout Côte d'Ivoire.

On the Field: Spectacle and Fair Play

The sporting duel lived up to all expectations. Under the whistle of referee Zico , two teams clashed in an electric atmosphere:

1. The result: Victory for Kouamé Bi Iritié's Blues against Stéphane Eholié's Reds .
2. The score: 3-1.
3. The atmosphere: A fluid game, technical skills and, above all, exemplary mutual respect which delighted the many spectators present.

Sport as a Lever for Cohesion

Beyond the athletic performance, this gathering illustrated the core values of CAD: discipline, solidarity, and pushing beyond one's limits . By bringing together top athletes, influential figures, and passionate citizens, the club proved once again that football is one of the best tools for forging national unity.

"Sport is not just a competition; it is a universal language of peace and unity."

Through this successful initiative, the Sunday Friends Club is making a lasting contribution to the government's vision of making sport a pillar of human development and social stability in Ivory Coast.