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The Welsh international scored twice as Wrexham mounted a remarkable fightback from a two-goal deficit to overcome his former club Sheffield United in a pulsating 5-3 second-tier contest.

The forward's sweetly-struck first-time shot put United ahead, but the hosts levelled almost immediately thanks to a deflected own goal.

A quickfire double from Bamford and a close-range nod seemingly have handed United in a comfortable lead at 3-1, until the towering striker pulled one back with a thumping goal of his own.

Breathless Second Period Turnaround

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

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

Key Points from the Match

• The home team were missing Lewis O'Brien due to a shoulder problem, while skipper McClean began a three-match ban.
• Keeper Okonkwo retained his place despite a late mistake in the prior match.
• Sheffield United began on the front foot and took the lead through their striker from a cross.
• The leveller came swiftly via a own goal from a attempt.
• The forward saw a header hooked away before O'Hare nodded in a third goal for United.
• The goalkeeper made a vital stop to deny Ollie Arblaster in the later stages.
• Substitute Campbell hit the woodwork with a volley in added time.

Match Reflection

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

This latest clash delivered a further high-octane, dramatic chapter in their recent history.

With the support of high-profile investors, the club's remarkable ascent through the leagues has brought them back to the Championship for the first time in 43 years.

Ahead of this fixture on the following a winless run, manager Phil Parkinson had called for a return of the famous fighting qualities from those past encounters.

The players undoubtedly delivered, overcoming a 3-1 deficit to claim a memorable 5-3 victory that highlights their never-say-die character.