Other fans defended her, viewing the reaction as a natural "fan girl" moment from someone who admires the athlete's talent.
Watch the footage of Maryam Yahaya's viral reaction to meeting Paul Pogba: Other fans defended her, viewing the reaction as
💡 The video is a popular "throwback" moment often recirculated on TikTok and YouTube to highlight Maryam Yahaya's love for football and her status as a high-profile Kannywood celebrity. While she was visibly thrilled to meet a
The video shows her shouting and reacting with intense excitement ("haukace") upon seeing the star, which quickly went viral across Hausa social media platforms. especially during Ramadan.
While she was visibly thrilled to meet a global sports icon, the reaction sparked significant debate among fans. Public Reception and Controversy
Maryam Yahaya encountered the French midfielder (then playing for Manchester United) while they were both in the Holy Land for Umrah .
Some observers criticized the display as inappropriate for the spiritual setting of Mecca, especially during Ramadan.