Tim Payne’s shirt sparks bidding war after internet fame surge
Tim Payne's jersey has become the subject of bidding wars after the footballer gained global attention through internet memes.
Tim Payne has rapidly risen to prominence beyond New Zealand football fandom, with his jersey now attracting bids worth thousands of dollars. Before representing New Zealand at the World Cup, Payne spent most of his career working largely outside the spotlight. His sudden fame began as an internet joke but has since translated into tangible commercial interest in his memorabilia.
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Tim Payne’s fame began as an internet joke. Now his shirt has sparked a bidding war
Just a few months ago, few football fans outside New Zealand knew Tim Payne’s name. Now they are bidding thousands of dollars for the jersey off his back.
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Tim Payne’s global fame began as a meme. Now his shirt sparks bidding wars
Before representing New Zealand at the World Cup, Payne spent most of his career out of the limelight.