RL Today: Kevin Naiqama to play on, Israel Folau finds new club & Channel 4 move hailed
Former St Helens favourite Kevin Naiqama is set to play on in the NRL next season, whilst ex-Catalans centre Israel Folau has found a new club.
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Paper Talk: Super League’s dark horses & Wire forward wants to make a statement
Brian Noble has started prediction season early in the latest edition of rugby league paper talk, while a Warrington forward is keen to make a statement on the field.
Catalans release Israel Folau with immediate effect
Catalans have confirmed they have released Israel Folau from the remainder of his contract with immediate effect.
Israel Folau begins legal action in bid to make playing return in Australia
Israel Folau has begun legal action in an attempt to make a playing comeback in Australia this weekend.
Catalans only deserve ‘limited sympathy’ for Israel Folau saga
The arrival of Israel Folau at Catalans Dragons caused much controversy, and his planned exit is proving to be the same.
Israel Folau’s Australian return blocked as QRL side with Catalans
Israel Folau remains in limbo after officials in Australia blocked his attempt to return to playing for a Queensland team but Catalans Dragons say the door remains open for him ...
Catalans consider legal action over Israel Folau comeback
Catalans are considering taking legal action against Israel Folau after Queensland League side Southport Tigers revealed plans to sign him.
Catalans in the dark about reports Israel Folau will resume playing in Australia
Plans for Australia dual-code international Israel Folau to resume his playing career on the Gold Coast have come as a surprise to his Super League club.
Paper talk: Hastings on his way, Catalans TV deal & Championship Grand Final venue
Plenty of debates to be had from the latest coverage in the papers and online.
Catalans not given up hope of Israel Folau returning
Catalans have not given up hope of having Israel Folau back in 2021 but insist they will demand compensation if he makes a return to the NRL instead.
Israel Folau missing from Catalans 2021 squad numbers list
There is no mention of controversial centre Israel Folau in Catalans’ squad numbers announcement for 2021.
St George Illawarra Dragons end pursuit to sign Israel Folau
St George Illawarra Dragons have confirmed the club have pulled out of their pursuit to sign Israel Folau from Catalans Dragons.
Catalans remain “in constant dialogue” with Israel Folau
Catalans Dragons say they remain in constant dialogue with Israel Folau as speculation over his departure from the Super League club intensifies.
Catalans insist Israel Folau remains committed to Dragons
Catalans Dragons have shot down reports that dual-code Australian international Israel Folau is set to turn his back on the Super League club.
Alphabet dream team: Best Super League XIII with names beginning with F
We create alphabetical dream teams from all the players in the Super League era.
Williams and Folau may attract more rugby union players to rugby league
Sonny Bill Williams and Israel Folau are two of the most high-profile rugby union players to make the switch across to rugby league in recent times.
Why Barrie McDermott thinks Israel Folau got it wrong
Former Great Britain international Barrie McDermott has taken issue with Israel Folau’s decision not to ‘take the knee’ ahead of Catalans Dragons meeting with St Helens on Sunday.
Israel Folau looking really good ahead of restart, says coach Steve McNamara
Catalans coach Steve McNamara says controversial centre Israel Folau has benefited from the break and is looking forward to the Super League restart.
Israel Folau signs contract extension with Catalans
Catalans centre Israel Folau has signed a new one-year contract with the club.
Paper Talk: Saints eye Tamou, Jones committed to Hull & Folau’s future
We’ve had a scan through the latest papers.
A dream XIII of cross-code rugby stars
It takes a special kind of player to be able to make the switch between rugby league and rugby union.
Israel Folau “will come into Tonga team” if playing good enough
Israel Folau will come into the Tonga team if he is playing well enough for Catalans, according to John Hopoate.
Israel Folau can do something special for Catalans, says Sam Tomkins
Catalans full-back Sam Tomkins says the signing of Israel Folau has made the Dragons better all over the pitch.
In focus: Israel Folau’s first Catalans game in England
Israel Folau played in his first Super League match in England during Catalans Dragons’ 34-29 against Hull FC at the KCOM Stadium.
Steve McNamara hails Israel Folau following Catalans’ comeback win at Hull FC
Catalans head coach Steve McNamara has lauded the contribution of centre Israel Folau after seeing his side recover from 18 points down to claim a shock win at Hull FC.
Lee Radford tips Israel Folau as Man of Steel candidate
Hull coach Lee Radford thinks Israel Folau could be a candidate for Super League’s Man of Steel award this year.
Catalans asked to put provisions in place over rainbow flags
The Rugby Football League have asked Catalans to put provisions in place to avoid confusion over fans displaying rainbow flags in the future.
Israel Folau will face hostile Hull FC environment, says Barrie McDermott
Sky Sports pundit Barrie McDermott expects Israel Folau to experience a “hostile environment” when he plays at Hull this weekend.
Israel Folau ready for his next challenge, says Steve McNamara
Catalans coach Steve McNamara says Israel Folau is ready for his next challenge after making his debut.
Mailbox: Focus on rugby league and not a religious and ethical debate
In the latest mailbox, William Moody responds to comments on Israel Folau in recent contributions and says it’s time rugby league left the debate alone.