Wrexham Fight Back from 3–1 Down to Beat Hull City 5–3 on Penalties
13 August 2025 – Wrexham: In one of the most dramatic nights at STōK Cae Ras, Wrexham overturned a 3–1 deficit to beat Hull City 5–3 on penalties in the Carabao Cup first round.
First-Half Drama and Hull’s Momentum
The match began with Wrexham taking the lead in the 31st minute through Elliot Lee’s cleverly deflected strike. However, Hull turned the match on its head, Ollie McBurnie equalised shortly after the break, before teenage loanee Joel Ndala and Matt Crooks put Hull ahead with goals in the 70th and 81st minutes respectively. Wrexham looked all but out. (The Independent, The Guardian live)
Stoppage-Time Magic from Palmer
Enter substitute Ollie Palmer, brought on in the 69th minute. In the first moments of added time, Palmer climbed highest to head home and make it 3–2, then repeated the feat just seconds later to force a thrilling 3–3 draw. It was an emotional turnaround that stunned supporters and players alike. (AP News, ESPN)
Penalty Shootout and Victory
In the shootout, Wrexham held their nerve. Palmer converted one of the spot-kicks himself, securing a 5–3 shootout victory. The heroics enabled them to advance to round two at the expense of Hull. (The Guardian live)
What Makes This So Special
- This dramatic comeback adds to Wrexham’s growing folklore amid their rise under Hollywood ownership. (Vavel)
- Ollie Palmer, who saw limited minutes this season, reminded everyone why he’s graced both screens and stadiums—his brace will be rewatched for years, on field and in *Welcome to Wrexham*.
Next Steps
Wrexham now take a breather before preparing for their next Championship clash. With momentum and belief on their side, they look set to build on this unforgettable win.
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