This article contains adult content that may be inappropriate for minors. Please confirm that you are 18 years or older to continue. This article contains images or details that some readers may find disturbing. Reader discretion is advised. The experienced forward Marcelo Moreno, 38, came out of retirement with the goal of helping Bolivia qualify for the 2026 World Cup, but ended up being left off the list of call-ups by coach Óscar Villegas for the crucial playoff. Despite returning to action and even scoring a goal for his new club, Oriente Petrolero, the efforts of the seasoned player were not enough to secure a spot on the national team. The forward's exclusion prompted a strong reaction from his brother, who posted a controversial message on the social network Instagram supporting Bolivia's next opponent: 'Let's go Suriname, c******.' Bolivia will face Suriname on March 26 in Monterrey, Mexico. If the South American team wins this challenge, they will still need to overcome Iraq to secure their spot in the World Cup.
World Cup Marcelo Moreno remains central to this story.
World Cup Marcelo Moreno remains central to this story.
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