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Kieffer Moore scored twice as Wrexham mounted a remarkable fightback from 3-1 down to overcome his old team Sheffield United in a pulsating eight-goal second-tier encounter.

The forward's sweetly-struck first-time shot opened the scoring, but Wrexham levelled just two minutes later courtesy of a deflected unfortunate deflection.

Bamford's second and a close-range header appeared to have handed United in a comfortable lead at 3-1, until Moore pulled one back with a thumping header of his own.

Breathless Second Period Turnaround

Ryan Longman's header early in the second period brought the scores level, paving the way for the goalscorer to give his side the lead for the first occasion with a quarter of an hour remaining.

The midfielder's confident spot-kick late on wrapped up the points, ending a run of five matches without victory for the Welsh club.

Talking Moments from the Match

• Wrexham were missing Lewis O'Brien due to a shoulder problem, while captain James McClean started a three-match ban.
• Keeper Okonkwo retained his place despite a late mistake in the prior match.
• Sheffield United started brightly and went in front through their striker from a cross.
• The equalizer came swiftly via a own goal from Windass' attempt.
• The forward saw a goalbound effort hooked away before a teammate headed home a third for United.
• The goalkeeper made a crucial stop to keep out an opponent in the second half.
• Substitute Campbell hit the woodwork with a volley in stoppage time.

Analysis

When these two sides met in the FA Cup nearly three years ago, it ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw.

This latest clash provided another epic, breathless installment in their growing rivalry.

With the support of Hollywood owners, the club's meteoric ascent through the leagues has led them back to the Championship for the first time since the 1980s.

Coming into this fixture on the back of a winless run, manager Phil Parkinson had called for a return of the characteristic fighting qualities from those past encounters.

His team undoubtedly delivered, overcoming a two-goal hole to secure a memorable 5-3 victory that underscores their resilient character.