'I want to prove people wrong' - James

Matty James is keen to prove the "doubters" wrong by helping Wrexham to a third consecutive promotion this season.

The 33-year-old midfielder is on a short-term deal with Phil Parkinson's side until January after being released by Championship Bristol City.

Despite being vastly experienced, James believes age was a barrier when it came to finding a new club

"I want to prove people wrong. When I joined I had a lot of people who supported me, but a lot of doubters as well putting a bit of stigma on my age which I completely disagreed with," he said.

"I know my capabilities... I know how my body feels and I know what I can do."

After making two substitute appearances, James has started the last two games in the wins against Exeter City and Lincoln City.

Wrexham remain second in the League One table, and James hopes he has done enough to keep his place in the team.

"Just to be back out there playing is unbelievable for me. To be getting wins is also an amazing feeling," he said.

"It's everything I was fighting for during the months I was off.

"It's almost like a pre-season for me, but I'm playing at a high level and I'm doing as much as I can to recover between games.

"The motivation now is to stay in the team and win football matches.

"I'm grabbing this opportunity with both hands really, and trying to take the team to the next level."