Wrexham's Kieffer Moore Scores a Brace as The Red Dragons Edge Sheffield United in Eight-Goal Spectacle
Kieffer Moore celebrates after scoring Wrexham's fourth goal in the clash with the Blades.
Kieffer Moore scored twice as Wrexham produced a remarkable comeback from 3-1 down to overcome his old team Chris Wilder's men in a pulsating eight-goal second-tier encounter.
The forward's excellent first-time shot put United ahead, but Wrexham equalised just two minutes later thanks to a deflected own goal.
A quickfire double from Bamford and a Callum O'Hare header seemingly have handed United in a comfortable lead at 3-1, until the towering striker pulled one back with a powerful goal of his own.
Breathless Second Period Comeback
The winger's glancing effort early in the second half made it all square, paving the way for the goalscorer to put Wrexham ahead for the first occasion with 14 minutes remaining.
Josh Windass' composed spot-kick in the closing stages sealed the win, halting a run of five matches without a win for the promoted side.
Talking Moments from the Fixture
- The home team were without Lewis O'Brien due to injury, while skipper McClean began a three-match ban.
- Keeper Okonkwo retained his place after a costly error in the previous game.
- The visitors started brightly and took the lead through their striker from a cross.
- The equalizer came swiftly via a own goal from a attempt.
- Moore saw a header cleared off the line before O'Hare nodded in a third for United.
- Okonkwo made a vital save to keep out Ollie Arblaster in the later stages.
- Substitute Tyrese Campbell hit the crossbar with a volley in added time.
Analysis
When these two sides met in the FA Cup nearly three years ago, it ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw.
Friday's encounter provided another epic, breathless chapter in their growing rivalry.
Backed by Hollywood owners, Wrexham's remarkable ascent through the leagues has brought them back to the Championship for the first time in 43 years.
Ahead of this Boxing Day match on the following a poor patch of form, manager Phil Parkinson had called for a return of the characteristic fighting qualities from those past encounters.
The players undoubtedly responded, battling back from a 3-1 deficit to claim a memorable comeback win that highlights their resilient character.
