Fulham manager Felix Magath has denied that Fulham need a "miracle" to escape the drop this season, despite being rooted to the bottom of the Premier League table with just nine games to play.

The Whites host Newcastle United on Saturday and the German admitted that taking the three points is a chance that Fulham simply have to take.

"We don't need a miracle, we need 100% willingness," Magath said in his pre-match press conference.

"I'm convinced that we can win games. I don't rely on miracles or luck. We have a chance to beat Newcastle tomorrow and we have to take that chance."

A win on Saturday would still see Fulham remain bottom of the league.