Slovakia scouting report: marauding full-backs and a sense of togetherness

Milan Skriniar is the key player on and off the ball. Photograph: Action Press/Shutterstock

England’s opponents in the last 16 are Slovakia, the team ranked 45^th in the world and making their second appearance in the knockout stage of a European Championship. They generally impressed in qualifying from Group E, with some standout performers, but are not without their vulnerabilities. Here, we look at how they break down and what England should watch out for.

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