Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba has used his birthday as an opportunity to launch a special appeal to help try and help fight the current coronavirus pandemic.
The French international turned 27 on Sunday and marked the special occasion by setting up his own birthday fundraiser against the coronavirus.
Taking to social media on his birthday Pogba posted a link to his appeal which is looking to raise £27,000 in one day to help 'fight the war' against COVID-19.
The United midfielder says if the target is reached by the end of the weekend he will pay to double it and add another £27,000 of his own money to the cause.
"It's my birthday and I'm always grateful that me, my family and friends are healthy. Nonetheless, not everybody is in good health right now," Pogba wrote on his official Facebook page.
"The Coronavirus pandemic is affecting the health and lives of many, including children.
"The impact of a large-scale outbreak, especially on poor and vulnerable children, can be immense.
"Unicef is helping prevent the spread of #Coronavirus by supplying vital medical supplies, consulting with communities and implementing prevention campaigns. It is a priority to stop the spread of this new virus, and the misinformation that’s spreading alongside it.
"At times like this we need to come together.
"With your help, I am hoping today to raise £27,000 to help fight this war and I will double the amount if we reach the goal. If we manage to reach our target, it will be enough to provide:
"*333,332 pairs of disposable gloves for health workers + *2,777 surgical masks to help prevent the disease spreading further + *9,615 sets of vented goggles.
"For more information: https://www.unicef.org.uk/coronavirus-facts/
"Any amount will be welcome to help fight this war against #COVID19 . Thank you for all the support.
"Stay safe!"
