Streamer Imane “Pokimane” Anys is facing criticism online after posting content mocking fans of the Netherlands following Morocco’s victory over the Dutch team in a World Cup match.
Pokimane posted a video to TikTok with a caption reading, “Netherlands airport is that way,” directing Dutch fans out of the tournament following the loss.
@poki dima maghrib 🇲🇦🇲🇦🇲🇦
♬ original sound – maggie💋
She also shared several photos on Instagram wearing a Morocco football jersey, captioned “dima maghrib.”
The posts drew criticism from some social media users. One Instagram commenter wrote, “remembered she’s Moroccan when it’s beneficial.”
Pokimane responded to the comment on her Instagram story, pushing back against accusations that she only claims her Moroccan identity when convenient.
“i find it odd that there are people who try to gatekeep me from.. my own ethnicity? what is the point of that lol..” she wrote.
She continued, “i understand i don’t look moroccan/north african to others, but that doesn’t make me any less so. i’ve always claimed to be moroccan and nothing else, i’ve taken dna tests in videos, talk about my culture when i can, though i also love & appreciate other cultures. i’ll proudly hold onto my identity regardless of how others feel about it.”
Do you have a problem with Pokimane celebrating Morocco’s win over the Netherlands?
