Fulham boss Scott Parker admits victory over Sheffield United brought out a lot of emotion in his players.

The Cottagers remain 18th but have cut a 10-point gap to Newcastle in 17th to just three points inside a week.

Parker said, "It was a big win for us tonight, massive. There's a lot of emotion in the team in terms of understanding what tonight meant. The most important thing was the result.

"The game was always gong to hinge on one chance. people who have watched us will understand that we have been in games and the fine margins have been the difference. This team have real belief and I want us to focus on us.

"The quality that we have will ultimately get us results in this division. We are a young team who want to improve and get better. We have got something about us that you need in these moments."