Key facts
- Tim Payne's Instagram followers increased from 4,715 to 4.2 million.
- Payne is a New Zealand defender.
- He was referred to as the 'least-known World Cup player'.
Tim Payne, a New Zealand defender, has unexpectedly gained significant social media attention after being labeled the 'least-known World Cup player.' This newfound fame has led to a massive surge in his online following.