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'Appreciate what we've done' – Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson ready for Championship return and backs Red Dragons to compete after three consecutive promotions

Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson is bracing his side for the intensity and demands of Championship football as the club prepares for its first second-tier campaign in more than four decades. Their remarkable journey from the National League to the Championship has captivated fans, but Parkinson is under no illusions about the scale of the task ahead.

Barcelona confirm Marc-Andre ter Stegen captaincy U-turn as German goalkeeper signs injury form after severe dispute over surgery

Barcelona have confirmed Marc-Andre ter Stegen has been reinstated as club captain after resolving a dispute over his medical records following back surgery. The Germany international had initially refused to sign an authorisation form for La Liga, resulting in the temporary removal of his captaincy and the opening of disciplinary proceedings. The matter has now been settled, with the goalkeeper back in his leadership role.

Marc-Andre ter Stegen slams 'unfounded' rumours over surgery decision after Barcelona open disciplinary proceedings and strip German goalkeeper of captaincy

Barcelona launched disciplinary action against Marc-Andre ter Stegen and stripped him of the captaincy earlier this week after a dispute over a medical consent form related to his injury. The German goalkeeper has now broken his silence, calling the rumours around his intentions 'unfounded' while expressing willingness to resolve the matter with the club.