Steve McNamara called Keegan Hirst before Israel Folau’s move to Catalans was confirmed

Keegan Hirst has revealed Catalans coach Steve McNamara called him ahead of the club's unveiling of Israel Folau. Hirst, the only openly gay rugby league player in the game, was contacted by McNamara after the Dragons had made their move for the Australian. Folau, who said "hell awaits" gay people in a social media post, has signed for Catala