Tim Payne: from a lockdown scandal to viral hit before 2026 World Cup
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onefootball.comThe player attracted rapid online interest before the 2026 World Cup after Argentine influencer Valen Scarsini highlighted him as the least-known player at the event, driving a sudden spike in his Instagram followers; he previously faced legal trouble in 2020. Since then grown into a notable online presence, and he earned a spot in New Zealand’s World Cup squad, with roster implications discussed in relation to discipline or form.