Marcelo Moreno, ex-Flamengo, gives R$255k to Bolivia cancer hospital | OneFootball

Former Flamengo striker took action after losing his father to cancer

Former Flamengo player Marcelo Moreno made a significant donation of R$255,000 worth of medication to the Santa Cruz Oncology Hospital in Bolivia. The charitable act aimed to help patients undergoing cancer treatment in the region.

The initiative took place at the local healthcare unit during an official ceremony. The former striker highlighted the financial difficulties caused by the disease and pointed out the emotional toll suffered by patients and their families.

The former athlete publicly stated his desire to score one more goal, this time focused on preserving life, declaring that “I’m scoring one more goal, but for the health of someone who truly needs it.”

MARCELO MORENO LOST HIS FATHER TO CANCER

The main motivation came after the death of Marcelo Moreno’s father, who was a victim of the same illness. This personal experience motivated his financial support for those going through a similar situation in Bolivian hospitals.

The donation was intended for “that father, that mother, who has to take care of their family members,” because “we never know what might happen” and “I want to help people who are suffering today,” he said.

WHAT WERE THE COSTS INVOLVED IN THE ACTION?

The medical supplies reached the amount of $50,000, equivalent to R$255,000 at the current exchange rate. Cancer treatment requires substantial resources, and the contribution helped ease the costs faced by low-income families.

WHAT WAS THE REACTION OF LOCAL AUTHORITIES?

The governor of Santa Cruz, Juan Pablo Velasco, publicly thanked him for the humanitarian gesture. The public official emphasized the importance of the arrival of the medicines in strengthening care in the specialized public healthcare network.

HOW WAS HIS SPELL IN BRAZILIAN FOOTBALL?

Marcelo Moreno played for Flamengo in 2013 and was part of the squad that won the Copa do Brasil. His spell with the club totaled 20 appearances, four goals, and one assist before his move to international football.

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