Israel Folau: Former Australia international's Catalans debut 'will be on merit' - News Summed Up

Israel Folau: Former Australia international's Catalans debut 'will be on merit'


The 30-year-old's signing by the Perpignan-based side attracted widespread criticism after he was sacked by Rugby Australia for a homophobic post on social media. Les Dracs host Castleford in the Super League on Saturday. [He'll play] when he's ready to contribute positively to the team on the field, as simple as that, whether that be home or away," McNamara said. Folau was sacked by Australia Rugby for saying "hell awaits" gay people in a social media post in April 2019. At a board meeting last week, Super League voted unanimously to have "greater authority" to stop future "controversial signings" such as Folau.


Source: BBC February 11, 2020 13:52 UTC



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