Israel Folau
Israel Folau is a former Australian rugby player known for his exceptional skills on the field and his controversial off-field remarks. A dual-code international, Folau played for the Wallabies in rugby union and had a successful career in rugby league, becoming one of Australia's highest-profile athletes. His tenure in rugby was marred by public disputes over his social media posts, which led to his dismissal from Rugby Australia in 2019. Despite the controversies, his impact on the sport and his ability to draw crowds and media attention were significant.
Born on Apr 03, 1989 (36 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 3 | 6.00 | 0.17% | +20% | 25,499,884 | 53,403 | $1,380,000 | 2,890$ |
| Ireland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 2,999 | $5,100 | 3$ |
| Totals | 4 | 30,529,884 | 56,402 | $1,385,100 | 2,893$ |
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Australia:
Israel Folau is a past NRL rookie winner from 2007.
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Australia:
Israel Folau is a former Wallabies player known for his memorable performances in the 2013 Lions series.
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Australia:
Israel Folau is a former Wallabies player who inspired Joseph Suaalii during his childhood.
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Ireland:
Israel Folau is referenced as a comparison for Joseph Suaalii's playing style.
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Australia:
Israel Folau is mentioned by Mick Byrne as a comparison for Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii's athleticism.
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Australia:
In 2019, rugby player Israel Folau reached a settlement with Rugby Australia and NSW Rugby Union after he was sacked over a social media post he said reflected his 'genuinely held religious beliefs' on homosexuality.
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Australia:
Israel Folau’s switches from league to AFL and then to rugby are notable deals brokered by Moses.
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New Zealand:
Israel Folau expressed disappointment at Rugby Australia over being snubbed for the British & Irish Lions game.
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Australia:
Although he shares a superb vertical leap with Israel Folau, the two really are chalk and cheese as players.
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Australia:
Folau launched a claim for wrongful dismissal against RA, claiming he had lost $14 million in potential revenue.
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