Tonga coach offers sacked Folau World Cup lifeline
Israel Folau was fired by Rugby Australia last month for posting homophobic comments on social media in a case that sparked debate about religious expression. — AFP pic
Folau, who is of Tongan heritage, has launched legal action through Australia's employment watchdog the Fair Work Commission. But under a loophole in World Rugby regulations, he could apply to play for Tonga's national side if he sits out three years of international rugby and then represents Tonga at Sevens in an Olympic qualifying event.
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