Orgel Joke's World Cup set‑back As Netherlands meet morocco

Organist Joke will not take the stage in Mexico for the Netherlands‑Morocco round‑of‑16 World Cup clash, after FIFA had invited her to perform at the match. Her son and manager Jeffrey Meijer said flights and hotels were already booked, leaving the cancellation a major disappointment.

Jeffrey Meijer, Joke's son and manager, refused to give a public explanation for the cancellation. He emphasized that the flights and hotels had already been booked, underscating the abrupt nature of the decision.

FIFA's invitation still leaves open the possibility of a performance should the Netherlands reach the quarter‑finals. In that stage, the opponent could be either Canada or South Africa, according to the tournament schedule.

Joke previously endured a hard fall that resulted in an ear injury and a tear in her elbow. She has since returned to the stage, delivering multiple shows despite the injuries.

Her rise to fame occurred during the coronavirus period, when she began touring festivals with her organ. A series of online videos amplified her profile, turning her into an internet sensation.

The most recent Studio Oranje episode aired after the Netherlands' group‑stage victory over Tunisia. The program highlighted the team's success and featured commentary on the upcoming round‑of‑16 match.