Wrexham's Kieffer Moore Scores Twice as Wrexham Edge The Blades in Goal-Filled Thriller
The striker wheels away in delight after finding the net for the fourth goal of the game against Sheffield United.
The Welsh international bagged a double as Phil Parkinson's side produced a stunning fightback from a two-goal deficit to overcome his former club Chris Wilder's men in a pulsating 5-3 Championship contest.
The forward's sweetly-struck first-time shot put United ahead, but the hosts equalised just two minutes later thanks to a Tyler Bindon own goal.
A quickfire double from Bamford and a close-range header seemingly have handed United in command at 3-1, before Moore reduced the arrears with a powerful header of his own.
Dramatic Second Period Turnaround
The winger's header early in the second period made it all square, paving the way for Moore to give his side the lead for the first occasion with a quarter of an hour remaining.
The midfielder's composed penalty late on wrapped up the points, halting a run of five games without victory for the promoted side.
Key Points from the Fixture
- Wrexham were without a key midfielder due to a shoulder problem, while captain James McClean began a three-game suspension.
- Goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo kept his spot after a costly error in the prior match.
- The visitors began on the front foot and took the lead through their striker from a cross.
- The equalizer came swiftly via a deflection from Windass' attempt.
- The forward saw a header cleared off the line before a teammate nodded in a third goal for United.
- The goalkeeper made a crucial stop to keep out an opponent in the second half.
- Substitute Tyrese Campbell hit the woodwork with a strike in added time.
Analysis
In their previous meeting in the cup competition nearly three years ago, it ended in a epic 3-3 draw.
This latest clash delivered another epic, breathless installment in their growing rivalry.
With the support of Hollywood owners, the club's meteoric rise through the leagues has brought them back to the second tier for the first time in 43 years.
Coming into this fixture on the following a winless run, the boss had called for a replication of the famous spirit from those past encounters.
His team undoubtedly responded, battling back from a 3-1 deficit to claim a famous 5-3 victory that highlights their never-say-die character.
