‘Bring It Back’ – Wrexham fans demand ‘revenge’ as Reds draw Sheffield United in Carabao Cup first round

In just one time of the month, Wrexham AFC will finally start its 2024/25 season. Aside from the intense anticipation for their new League One campaign, the Welsh club will also have the opportunity to chase EFL Carabao Cup glory. Actually, Their first opponent has been revealed as Ryan Reynolds and Co. they will face Sheffield United in the first round. In everyone’s interest, this opponent proves to be a rather familiar side as fervent fans urge Wrexham to seek redemption.

The match will be played on August 12, 2024 at Bramall Lane, with ticketing and other travel details still to be revealed in the coming weeks, according to the club’s website. Remarkably, the Red Dragons reached the second round of the competition last year after beating Wigan Athletic on penalties, eventually exiting the tournament at the same time against Bradford City.

Interestingly, this is Phil Parkinson and Co.’s second trip. at Bramall Lane, who faced the Blades two years ago in the fourth round of the 2022/23 FA Cup. Wrexham had managed to get this far by beating the likes of Byth Spartans in the qualifying round, Oldham Athletic in the first, Farnborough in the second and Coventry in the third.

Surprisingly, Wrexham had given Sheffield a tough competition at STōK Cae Ras, holding them 3-3. However, in the replays – which will not be played from this season – the Welsh side were beaten 3-1 by Chris Wilder’s side, putting cold water on their FA Cup dream. However, Wrexham now have a perfect chance to avenge their opening Carabao Cup defeat and the supporters. they are incapable contain their excitement.

Fans urge Wrexham to seek FA Cup redemption against Sheffield United in Carabao Cup!

After Wrexham shared details of their Carabao Cup first round opponent, ardent Red Dragon supporters lit a fire amongst themselves. They took over X, formerly Twitter, to urge Phil Parkinson and Co. to avenge their FA Cup.

Of course, facing Sheffield is what makes the opening game interesting. The Championship side would no doubt be keen to maintain their unbeaten record against Wrexham. However, this supporter is optimistic for the Welsh club to turn things around this time.

Tensions ran high the last time these two sides met. As well as the intensity on the pitch, the supporters of both STōK Cae Ras and Bramall Lane made things difficult for their rivals. While this spell is expected to be no different, one netizen has urged Wrexham to use it as motivation.

It will only be the start of the season when Wrexham face Sheffield. It’s certainly a big game for the Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney-backed club, and ‘revenge’ is the only word on fans’ minds.

The last time Wrexham faced Sheffield United, both goalkeepers Rob Lainton and Mark Howard had chances to make crucial saves, but neither could make it. This time, Phil Parkinson can count on Arthur Okonkwo, who has been signed permanently by Reynolds.

Billy Sharp, Wrexham fans calling? He was one of the players who caused problems for the Red Dragons. As well as scoring in the first leg, the forward had a run-in with the Welsh club’s supporters. However, this time Sharp will be notably absent, having left Sheffield and returned to his former club Doncaster Rovers.

Overall, an interesting match between both sides is anticipated. It remains to be seen if Wrexham can get the revenge their fans are hoping for.