🔗 Share this article Wrexham's Kieffer Moore Scores a Brace as The Red Dragons Edge Sheffield United in Goal-Filled Thriller The striker wheels away in delight after finding the net for the fourth goal of the game in the clash with the Blades. Kieffer Moore bagged a double as Phil Parkinson's side mounted a stunning fightback from 3-1 down to overcome his old team Sheffield United in a pulsating 5-3 second-tier encounter. Patrick Bamford's sweetly-struck first-time shot opened the scoring, but the hosts levelled just two minutes later thanks to a deflected unfortunate deflection. Bamford's second and a close-range nod appeared to have put the visitors in a comfortable lead at 3-1, until Moore pulled one back with a thumping header of his own. Dramatic Second Period Comeback Ryan Longman's glancing effort 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 14 minutes remaining. Josh Windass' composed penalty in the closing stages sealed the win, ending a run of five games without victory for the Welsh club. Key Points from the Fixture The home team 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 costly error in the previous game. Sheffield United started brightly and went in front through their striker from a Femi Seriki. The leveller came quickly via a deflection from Windass' shot. Moore saw a goalbound effort cleared off the line before O'Hare headed home a third for United. Okonkwo made a crucial stop to keep out an opponent in the later stages. Substitute Campbell hit the crossbar with a volley in stoppage time. Analysis When these two sides met in the cup competition nearly three years ago, it finished in a thrilling 3-3 draw. Friday's encounter provided another high-octane, dramatic installment in their growing rivalry. With the support of Hollywood owners, the club's remarkable ascent through the leagues has led them back to the second tier for the first time in 43 years. Ahead of this Boxing Day match on the back of a winless run, the boss had called for a replication of the characteristic spirit from those cup ties. His team certainly delivered, battling back from a two-goal hole to claim a famous comeback win that underscores their resilient character.