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'I can't use them all!': Faustino Asprilla to give away 1MILLION condoms from his range as the Newcastle hero looks to battle global contraceptive shortage amid the coronavirus crisis

Former Newcastle United forward Faustino Asprilla is doing his bit to help in the battle against coronavirus – by giving away nearly a million condoms.

Asprilla is well known for his time in the north east, becoming a crucial player for Kevin Keegan's famed 'Entertainers', and also played for Colombia at two World Cups.

He also starred for Parma during an incredibly successful spell in Italy.

Former Newcastle star Faustino Asprilla is doing his bit in the battle against coronavirus
Asprilla has announced he will be giving away a huge number of condoms to help

The now-50-year-old retired 15 years ago but has become something of a character off the pitch.