Conmebol files disciplinary action against Moreno for posting on Insta

Marcelo Moreno is one of the highlights of Celio Boliviana today (Photo: AFP)

attacker Marcelo Moreno, Act Cruise and pick a Bolivian, became a target of the disciplinary process of CONMEBOL To direct harsh criticism of the entity to carry out America’s Cup in Brazil. In an Instagram post this Tuesday, the player retweeted the news that 52 cases of COVID-19 had been reported in tournament delegations.

Moreno wrote:Thank you guys at Conmebol for that. It is completely your fault! If someone dies, what will you do? What only matters is money, a player’s life is worth nothing?‘ asked the attacker.

to me disciplinary unit Conmebol, Marcelo Moreno allegedly violated Sections 12.1 and 12.2 of the Conmebol Discipline Code. One element stands out: Insult in any way or by any means CONMEBOL, its powers and responsibilities“.

Upon learning of the disciplinary process, Marcelo Moreno deleted the post from his Instagram account (see below).

Posted by Marcelo Moreno on Instagram, with heavy criticism of CONMEBOL *(Photo: Reprodo)*

The player has until 6 pm on Thursday (17) to present his defense.

Marcelo Moreno’s criticism came over CONMEBOL’s decision to hold the Copa America in Brazil after Colombia and Argentina withdrew from the previous stadiums.

The event was backed by President Jair Bolsonaro and Brazilian Football Confederation President Rogerio Capoclo – later removed due to a sexual harassment complaint.

Despite all the health measures promised by CONMEBOL and the Brazilian government, new cases of COVID-19 are being recorded in the delegations daily. In total, there are already 52 since the start of the competition.