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Viral New Zealand Defender Set for Surprise Move to Paraguay's Olimpia
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100% centerFirst reported by N12 · Jun 15, 2026
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What happened
Tim Payne, New Zealand’s viral right back, is expected to join Paraguay’s Olimpia after the 2026 World Cup. The 32-year-old has become a social media phenomenon, now boasting 5.8 million Instagram followers after a rapid surge fueled by an online campaign. He says his immediate focus is New Zealand’s World Cup campaign.
- 01Tim Payne is expected to join Olimpia after the 2026 World Cup.
- 02The New Zealand defender has become a global social media sensation.
- 03His Instagram grew from 4,700 to 1.6 million followers in 48 hours.
- 04He now has 5.8 million followers, more than New Zealand’s population.
- 05Olimpia has hinted at the deal, but it is not yet officially announced.
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