Fulham manager Scott Parker has told his players they have a chance at redemption.

The new boys were dealt a harsh lesson in the top flight by Arsenal in the first game of the season.

Fulham lost 3-0 at home and know they must improve if they are to avoid relegation.

Parker told his players to exorcise the ghosts of 2019 when they finished 19th and only won seven league games.

"You are right and that's a constant message that we are driving home to the team," said Parker after the Arsenal loss.

"You can't let mistakes and defeats, certainly for us this year, really, really scar you.

"Of course the last time we were in this division it didn't go too well. It is something we are trying to improve, which we will.

"I think this is redemption for them as well. You can look at it as a challenge for them and to give them something to prove."