Afl Wallabies star Israel Folau is meeting Rugby Australia CEO Raelene Castle and NSW Rugby Union counterpart Andrew Hore in Sydney. While discussing his use of social media, Folau receives a warning to give his answers politely.
Afterward, Ms. Castle said that the meeting was ‘very open, Very calm, very honest.’ She said,
“We’re proud of the fact that he’s a strong believer and that he’s prepared to stand up for what he believes in,”
Furthermore, Ms. Castle said that Folau and the rugby bosses would continue the talk. Folau could continue to express his belief. But he should maintain a respectful stance towards various part of the community.
Also, she said it was a difficult issue that comprises religious views, respect, and freedom of speech. She expressed;
“When (players) use public platforms, they need to think about the implications of the comment they make that could be seen as disrespectful to a segment of the community,”
Ms. Castle dodged the question regarding the possibility of sanctions for Folau. Confirming about the negotiations made by the Rugby Australia to re-sign the star, She said,
“We would really like him to stay in rugby.”
Moreover, Folau’s controversial views are in close inspection over the past six months. Last year, he tweeted that he was against gay marriage.
I love and respect all people for who they are and their opinions. but personally, I will not support gay marriage.✌❤🙏
— Israel Folau (@IzzyFolau) September 13, 2017
The controversy will be a test of RA’s inclusion policy as told by Mr. Davies to The Australian if Folau faces punishment.
He said,
“Israel Folau should be free to hold and express traditional, biblical views on marriage and sexuality without being penalized, just as other players have spoken out with their differing views.”
With this let’s see few details of Israel Folau wiki facts including his personal life like who is Israel Folau dating currently or is he already married to wife? Also read some insights on Israel Folau net worth, contract and salary details as of 2018.
Israel Folau Wiki Facts
Australian professional rugby union footballer Israel Folau was born on 3 April 1989, in Minto, New South Wales. Currently, Israel Folau age is 29 and plays for the Waratahs in Super Rugby. He has a tall height of 1.93m.
Folau is the son of parents, Amelia (mother), and Eni Folau (father) who belong to Tongan descent. In the year 2004, before his family moved to Brisbane, he attended Lurnea Public School and Westfield Sports High School.
Israel Folau is a married man, Folau married New Zealand netball player, Maria Tutaia in November 2017. And before that, he announced his engagement with his now-wife on 23 October 2016.
Professional rugby union footballer signed a deal with the expansion Australian Football League team Greater Western Sydney. And his estimated net worth was up to $6 million over four years.
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