National MP Alfred Ngaro says Israel Folau should have the freedom to express his religious beliefs. Friends and rugby associates of Israel Folau claim they are struggling to recognise the rebranded star. GETTY IMAGES Israel Folau continues to capture huge media attention in Australia as he fights against his sacking. In an article in The Australian, a former rugby associate of Folau felt the sacked Wallaby was an easy target for religious freedom campaigners. Another former close friend and rugby associate described Folau as a "gentle, simple man".

Source: Stuff July 03, 2019 23:34 UTC