Cahill defends England changes in Slovakia stalemate


Football Soccer - England v Russia - EURO 2016 - Group B - Stade Velodrome, Marseille, France - 11/6/16 - England's Gary Cahill reacts after the match. REUTERS/Robert Pratta

(Reuters) - Defender Gary Cahill has defended manager Roy Hodgson's team selection in England's goalless draw in their final Group B match against Slovakia at the European Championship.

Hodgson made six changes to his starting side in St Etienne on Monday as England were unable to break down a resolute Slovak defence and had to settle for second place in the group on five points, one behind Wales, who beat Russia 3-0.

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