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Olimpia auctions Tim Payne's debut jersey
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Olimpia auctions Tim Payne's debut jersey

From ABC Color · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Paraguayan club Olimpia is auctioning the jersey worn by New Zealand footballer Tim Payne during his debut match.
  • Payne scored a goal in his debut on August 2, a 5-0 victory for Olimpia against Rubio Ñu.
  • The auction, which closes in four days, has reached 18,250,000 guaraníes (approximately $2,808), with proceeds supporting the club's community initiatives.

Club Olimpia has put the jersey worn by its recent signing, New Zealand footballer Tim Payne, up for auction following his debut match. The shirt represents a significant moment for the club and its fans, as Payne not only debuted but also scored in Olimpia's commanding 5-0 victory over Rubio Ñu on August 2nd.

The auction, announced via Instagram, aims to engage Olimpia's global fanbase. Bidding is open for four days, and as of Saturday, the highest offer stood at 18,250,000 guaraníes, equivalent to about $2,808 USD, according to Olimpistas.com, a platform dedicated to the club's community.

Payne, 32, expressed his excitement about his debut, describing it as a "dream afternoon" on Instagram. He emphasized the honor of wearing Olimpia's colors and stated his desire for the jersey to go to a "true olimpista." The signed jersey is now available for fans to own.

The signing of Payne, who previously played in the 2026 World Cup with New Zealand, is part of Olimpia's strategy to enhance its international brand. Club president Rodrigo Nogués announced in June that Payne's contract is for 18 months, with an option for an additional year. Payne was recently seen interacting with fans seeking autographs and photos ahead of Olimpia's upcoming match against 2 de Mayo.

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Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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