Controversial video footage has emerged of players appearing to mock the haka just over a week out from the FIFA Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.
Both the Spanish and Dutch national teams have since come under fire for the mocking with fans calling for a public apology.
“Wtf. They mocked a haka and had the nerve to post it?! Not a good look, Spain… This is MAJOR disrespect to the Māori people and the meanings of their hakas. Wow,” another wrote.
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