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The Welsh international bagged a double as Phil Parkinson's side mounted a remarkable comeback from a two-goal deficit to defeat his old team Chris Wilder's men in a pulsating eight-goal Championship encounter.

Patrick Bamford's excellent first-time shot put United ahead, but the hosts equalised almost immediately thanks to a Tyler Bindon unfortunate deflection.

Bamford's second and a Callum O'Hare header seemingly have put the visitors in command at 3-1, until the towering striker pulled one back with a powerful goal of his own.

Breathless Second Period Turnaround

Ryan Longman's glancing effort early in the second half brought the scores level, before Moore to put Wrexham ahead for the first time with 14 minutes remaining.

Josh Windass' composed spot-kick in the closing stages wrapped up the points, halting a run of five games without victory for the promoted side.

Talking Moments from the Match

• The home team were missing Lewis O'Brien due to a shoulder problem, while captain James McClean started a three-game suspension.
• Keeper Okonkwo retained his place despite a costly error in the previous game.
• Sheffield United began on the front foot and went in front through their striker from a Femi Seriki.
• The equalizer came swiftly via a deflection from a shot.
• The forward saw a goalbound effort hooked away before a teammate headed home a third goal for United.
• Okonkwo made a crucial save to keep out Ollie Arblaster in the later stages.
• Substitute Tyrese Campbell hit the woodwork with a volley in added time.

Match Reflection

In their previous meeting in the cup competition nearly three years ago, it finished in a epic 3-3 draw.

This latest clash delivered another high-octane, dramatic chapter in their growing rivalry.

With the support of high-profile investors, the club's remarkable ascent through the leagues has led them back to the Championship for the first time since the 1980s.

Coming into this Boxing Day match on the back of a poor patch of form, the boss had demanded a return of the characteristic fighting qualities from those past encounters.

The players certainly delivered, battling back from a two-goal hole to secure a famous comeback win that underscores their resilient character.