'This is a decision that will change the landscape for sport across Australia and perhaps internationally. Thank you also to those who have spoken out in my defence, some of whom do not share my beliefs but have defended my right to express them. Folau caused huge controversy with an Instagram post in April that claimed homosexuals were going to hell unless they 'repent'. I am deeply saddened by today's decision to terminate my employment and I am considering my options. https://t.co/AT8651Riq7. Almost a year to the day since Wallabies star and devout Christian, Israel Folau, last landed in hot water for making homophobic comments on Instagram, he’s at it again: Instagram Above video: The Frant - Israel Folau, free speech or hate speech? The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. By Joe Short PUBLISHED: 10:22, Thu, Apr 11, 2019 ❤️ @IzzyFolau pic.twitter.com/H2U8ALQGXT. Ofa atu'. By senior national sport reporter David Mark Folau, who captioned the picture with the praying hands emoji, was supported by former rugby teammates Tolu Latu, Curtis Rona and Sekope Kepu. Melbourne Storm (2007-08): Games 52. Rugby Australia did not choose to be in this situation, but Rugby Australia's position remains that Israel, through his actions, left us with no choice but to pursue today's outcome,' she said. The offending post, which has attracted 54,000 'likes' and 48,000 comments, remains on Folau's Instagram page. Israel Folau's contract has been terminated after an independent panel ruled that Rugby Australia (RA) was right to let him go over a social media post in which he said "hell awaits" gay people. Forum that hosted non-consensual naked images of Aus. He is a very important player in our game and he has been for a long period of time and we wanted to make sure we took the time to get it right.'. ... the former NRL and AFL star continued to violate the code of conduct with his religious Instagram … Whoever YOU is..Hell doesn’t await YOU.Happiness awaits YOU.❤️. You are an unreal player, but a fucking misinformed bigot. Zoom fatigue: Did that affect the infamous cat lawyer? Keep it to hate groups @IzzyFolau , you arent spreading the lords word. Sport has no place for this crap. Image: Instagram. 'It has been a privilege and an honour to represent Australia and my home state of New South Wales, playing the game I love,' Folau said in a statement. 'But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you,' the verse read. Jesus Christ loves you and is…” Israel Folau shared a post on Instagram: “” • Follow their account to see 302 posts. Almost a year to the day since Wallabies star and devout Christian, Israel Folau, last landed in hot water for making homophobic comments on Instagram, he’s at it again: However, the BEST response to the whole ordeal has been former and current rugby players from around the world filling Folau’s social media pages with LGBTIQ+ positive content. 'It has been a privilege and an honour to represent Australia and my home state of New South Wales, playing the game I love,' Folau said in a statement, In a press conference this afternoon, Rugby Australia CEO Raelene Castle (pictured) said Folau was a 'great player' but that everyone has the right to be respected regardless of sexuality, race, gender or religion. 'At the end of the day Israel has 72 hours to appeal and that will be left with him to make the decision about where this goes next. Both club and country say they intend to dismiss the player over the … Catch The Feed 8:30pm Thursdays and 5pm Sundays on SBS VICELAND . Israel Folau won’t be further punished over his “hell awaits gay people” comments, after an anti-discrimination board rejected a complaint filed by an LGBT+ activist. The 30-year-old saw his $4million contract torn up by Rugby Australia on Friday afternoon and became the first Australian athlete dismissed for expressing religious beliefs. It is disappointing in this situation.'. #Folau pic.twitter.com/2dON67ojFr, Folau never did like the idea of being picked up by another man pic.twitter.com/opzEemCaul, Throwback to this day 3 years ago when me and my best mate got hammered for my bday at a Toulon rugby game. We have been humbled by the support we have received from family, friends, players, fans and the wider community. 'The Christian faith has always been a part of my life and I believe it is my duty as a Christian to share God's word. 'We have been humbled by the support we have received from family, friends, players, fans and the wider community,' he said. Folau has played 73 Tests for the Wallabies and became Super Rugby's all-time leading try-scorer earlier this year. This is the biggest load of shit I have ever read. CNN's Chris Cuomo is ripped for tone deaf tweet calling for Texas mayor to resign while he continues to ignore Gov. AAP news.com.au June 27, 2019 3:02pm So with that being … 'We have many players who quote the Bible on their social media platform. Israel Folau: Rugby star's hearing date set over homophobic Instagram post. As Australians, we are born with certain rights, including the right to freedom of religion and the right to freedom of expression. Folau's post - his first in two months on Instagram - was immediately inundated with comments from angry fans. Folau (pictured with his wife Maria) is the first Australian athlete dismissed for expressing religious beliefs, The evening Folau was sacked by Rugby Australia, he shared a Bible verse to Instagram. Israel Folau: Australian rugby star sacked over anti-gay social media post. One for the metal fans! acted differently, 'Was this meant for your brother?' 'This has been an extremely challenging period for rugby. Israel Folau has sent a cryptic message by deleting his Instagram profile photo ahead of his reported contract termination D-Day on Wednesday. I want the same hangover tomorrow PS Israel Folau, this is what a gay and straight mate enjoying Rugby looks like, run and hide. James Matthey jamesmatthey. Israel Folau fight could financially cripple Rugby Australia... Israel Folau's final act of defiance: Rugby star posts a... 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We had a prayer circle on the ground between players after the game last weekend and Rugby Australia and the Waratahs are completely supportive of that and that is an expression of their religious views as well,' she said. Ms Castle said she could not imagine Folau playing professional rugby again if his Instagram post remains up and he is unapologetic. People need to feel safe and welcoming in the game, regardless of their race, background or sexuality. But he will reportedly skip that process and head straight to court to argue that he is being persecuted for his religion. Cuomo's 'handling and cover-up' of nursing home COVID deaths, Joe's Snow Day: Hannity slams Biden for making NO public appearances amid Texas storm disaster - before president posts a tweet at 11.30pm of his call with Gov. Ms Castle said she was '100 per cent' confident there wouldn't be a rift in the national side due to Folau's contract termination. Israel Folau was banished from Australian rugby for repeated homophobic posts on his social media. And then, just for fun, some civilians decided to get on board too. Ms Castle said she had spoken directly to Folau and with his manager about Rugby Australia's 'very clear expectations'. 'And I have absolute confidence that Michael Cheika will build a rugby team that is incredibly competitive for the World Cup.'. You are spreading hate. To everyone who reads it, don’t be influenced by his words. Upholding my religious beliefs should not prevent my ability to work or play for my club and country. On his own Instagram page, Latu shared a picture with Folau and wrote: 'Will miss playing alongside you my toko!! 'We want to stress that this outcome is a painful outcome for the game. The controversial Instagram post in April has not been deleted. The Dragons pulled out of chasing Israel Folau after a huge public backlash but Brad Fittler wants the cross-code star back in the NRL. We are disappointed and saddened by the by the fact that he will not be seeing out his four-year contract and commitment to the Wallabies and also the Waratahs.'. Ms Castle said Rugby Australia's sponsors had an 'expectation' that Rugby Australia has similar values to them. Folau's camp have made several moves for his return to the NRL, after his move back to rugby league from the 15-man game with French club Catalans last year. Or this more direct approach from former England player James Haskell. It wasn't long before a few blue tick … In the meantime, we can all take solace in the fact that while the internet can be awful - it can also produce so pretty cool stuff too. Connect with us on. Cuomo's nursing home scandal, New York State Assembly Republicans call for IMPEACHMENT commission to investigate Gov. 326.2k Followers, 205 Following, 302 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Israel Folau (@izzyfolau) Be the better person and be YOU. The Wallabies star (pictured with his wife), 30, has been sacked from the Australia team. 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'Upholding my religious beliefs should not prevent my ability to work or play for my club and country.'. After Folau was sacked, former Wallabies coach Alan Jones said Rugby Australia had 'internationally destroyed his name for quoting a passage from the bible'. This issue has created an unwanted distraction in an important year for the sport and the Wallabies team. Folau was issued with a 'high-level' breach notice last month after he shared this social media post which claimed homosexuals were going to hell unless they 'repent'. SBS acknowledges the traditional owners of country throughout Australia. ‘I have three cultures’: How young multicultural Australians are finding their identity. 'When players sign a contract with the Wallabies, they sign up to the values of the team and the sport. Like this picture’s-worth-1000-words tactic from retired England rugby player Joe Marler. 'Jesus said to his disciples, ''If the world hates you, be aware that it hated me before it hated you'',' the beginning read. The Australian rugby star and practising Christian was stood down by the RA in April over the controversial Instagram post but appealed the decision. Latu wrote 'Amen' with a love heart emoji, while Rona shared the hashtag #TeamJesus. Tries: 60, Australia (2013-18): Tests: 73. Comments like this are the reason I hid my sexuality from my teammates for years. It has been a privilege and an honour to represent Australia and my home state of New South Wales, playing the game I love. 'We understood that the posts Israel made did create some concern among a portion of our community and did create some harm,' she said. Folau posted this on his Instagram page (Instagram (@izzyfolau)) And speaking to reporters for the first time about the post, the 29-year-old refused … Rona also paid tribute to Folau, referring to another Bible verse with a picture of the pair dressed in the New South Wales Waratahs uniform. 'He hurt some people, it was acknowledged and he did it anyway. The comments below have been moderated in advance. pic.twitter.com/ID4iEp1fkm. Play it now. It appears Folau took the jab in his stride as the 31-year-old signed an extension with the Dragons for the 2021 Super League season. After a week-long code of conduct hearing in Sydney, a three-person panel last week retired to decide on Folau's sanction. He also played 13 games for AFL club GWS Giants in 2011-12. Kepu wrote on Instagram 'Will miss going to battle with you my Toko. Catch The Feed 8:30pm Thursdays and 5pm Sundays on SBS VICELAND . 'As Australians, we are born with certain rights, including the right to freedom of religion and the right to freedom of expression,' his statement continued. Australian players sure didn’t miss out on the action. Folau played rugby league for the Melbourne … He was immediately stood down from his club team, the New South Wales Warratahs. How is it possible, then, to justify the harm caused to children by Israel Folau's Instagram post? Australian fullback Israel Folau will miss the Rugby World Cup after his homophobic comments on Instagram and Twitter. 'Thank you also to those who have spoken out in my defence, some of whom do not share my beliefs but have defended my right to express them.'. He then signed a lucrative contract extension in October. Folau's career kicked off in rugby league, where he played 91 NRL games, five Origin games for Queensland and represented Australia on eight occasions. During the three-day code of conduct hearing, Folau was reportedly given numerous opportunities to state he would not continue to share views which targeted the gay community. Later that evening, the devout Christian posted a picture of an orange sunset above the ocean with text from Matthew 6:33. In Israel Folau's perfect world, ... NRL Player Jack Wighton's Proposal Goes Viral Thanks To Typo In Instagram Post. ... "While Rugby Australia accepts the panel's decision directing termination of Israel Folau… Ofa atu #TeamJesus' with a picture of the pair hugging on the pitch. To start, might it be useful to contrast Israel Folau’s conduct — in publishing his own summary of 1 Corinthians 6: 9-10 – against the … The jury is still out on whether Folau is even going to get to keep his job. The 30-year-old has the right to appeal and have his case heard at a second code of conduct hearing by a new panel. 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Tries: 37, - Aged 17, became Melbourne Storm's youngest NRL debutant, - Equal top try-scorer in NRL debut season of 2007, - Aged 18 years and 194 days, became youngest to play a Test match for Australia (versus New Zealand, October 14, 2007), - Rugby League International Federation 2007 Newcomer of the Year, - Signed AFL contract with expansion club GWS for four years, reportedly worth $6million, but quit the code after two seasons, - Won Rugby Australia's John Eales Medal, for Wallabies' player of the year, a record three times (2014, 2015, 2017), - Equalled Lote Tuqiri's record of most tries by a Wallaby in a calendar year with 10 in his maiden season in rugby in 2013, - Super Rugby's record holder for most tries, - Super Rugby's equal top try-scorer in 2014 and top try-scorer in 2016, - Equal third on Wallabies' all-time try-scoring list with Adam Ashley-Cooper, behind only Chris Latham and David Campese. Rugby players from around the world are responding to Israel Folau’s disparaging comments against the LGBTIQ+ community. Now, please enjoy this 2014 cover of Star Observer, Australia’s longest-running publication for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex communities, featuring Folau above the title “Big Boys and Their Balls”. Despite the advice Folau chose not to remove the post, which still remains on his Instagram page, which has 354,000 followers. Or this joyful response from ex-Welsh rugby captain and proud gay man Gareth Thomas. Israel Folau offered to apologise over anti-gay Instagram post, court documents reveal. 'Our clear message today is that we need to stand by our values and the qualities of inclusion, passion, integrity, discipline, respect and teamwork.'. Israel Folau has shared a Bible verse to his Instagram just hours after he was sacked from Rugby Australia for uploading a homophobic post to the same platform. He has previously played Australian rules football and rugby union.In 2019, he became the record holder for most tries scored in Super Rugby history. Israel Folau's path back to the NRL will only come if a club makes an official application for a contract, after he was denied a meeting with league bosses. The fullback of Tongan descent was given a formal warning by Rugby Australia last year after sharing a similar homophobic post that claimed gay people were destined for hell. Credit: Getty. Goals 2, NSW Waratahs (2013-19): Games: 96. Israel Folau's social media accounts reappear before Rugby Australia court hearing This article is more than 1 year old Instagram and Twitter pages unavailable on Monday 'I am deeply saddened by today's decision to terminate my employment and I am considering my options.'. 'I'm confident because those players understand that everybody has a right to their own views or religious beliefs, and as long as they continue to express them in a respectful way we will continue to support them,' she said. 'It will be a landmark, it will be important, and it is a big decision. Israel Folau’s fundraising page has been put on ice by the Australian Christian Lobby, still $1 million short of the sacked star’s goal. Israel Folau has the right to express his beliefs, as do those who criticise him for it. 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