Tim Payne
Tim Payne |
New Zealand International Footballer
Biography
New Zealand International Footballer
he/him/his
Tim Payne is a professional footballer who proudly represented New Zealand at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. An unexpected viral moment introduced him to millions of fans around the world, with communities across Latin America and beyond embracing Tim and his family as one of their own. That experience showed him just how powerful kindness, connection and community can be. Today, Tim is committed to using his platform to advocate for young people’s mental health, helping ensure every child knows they are seen, supported and never alone.