Portland Timbers forward Felipe Mora is set to make his return to the pitch this weekend after the Timbers successfully appealed his two-game suspension, reducing it to just one game. Mora's suspension stemmed from a red card he received for an incident during the Timbers' 4-4 draw against St. Louis on August 24, where he stepped on an opponent's hand. The incident led to a subsequent two-game suspension by MLS, which the Timbers promptly appealed. Mora had already served one game of his suspension during the Timbers' 1-0 victory over the Seattle Sounders on August 31.

The decision to reduce Mora's suspension has sparked a wave of reactions on social media. Fans expressing relief and frustration with the initial call flooded various platforms. Many argued that the red card was unjust and criticized the impact of such game-altering decisions on matches. Despite the mixed reactions, the Timbers and Mora are now looking ahead to their upcoming clash against the Colorado Rapids with the forward back in contention.

Mora's impending return is a significant boost for the Timbers, as he is tied with Jonathan Rodriguez for the team lead in goals this season with 13 strikes. With his availability restored, Mora will be eager to make an impact on the field in the coming matches, helping the Timbers in their quest for playoff contention.