Every $f : [a, b] → [a, b]$ has a fixed point where $f$ is continuous. Deduce the intermediate value theorem.

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Every $f : [a, b] → [a, b]$ has a fixed point and $f$ is continuous (on $[a,b]$). Deduce the intermediate value theorem.

I managed to show the other way, now I'm here.

I know that $f(c)=c$ for some $c\in [a,b]$, and I need to show that for all $x\in [f(a),f(b)]$ there is $f(y)=x$.

I know that $a<f(a),f(b)<b$ and $f(c)=c$.

Can somebody give me a hint?