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Examining Roy Hodgson's Stick-or-Twist Choices Ahead of England vs. Slovakia

England's national team is a living, breathing example of the personnel and related tactical challenges posed by international tournament football.

On Monday, the Three Lions will attempt to seal their progression from Euro 2016 Group B with a win over Marek Hamsik-inspired Slovakia. For England manager Roy Hodgson, a good deal of his pre-match thinking will involve deciding whether to stick or twist with several areas of his team.

Hodgson celebrates with his players after their defeat of Wales. Both the result and his team's underwhelming performance has given him and his coaching staff plenty to think about.