England play Argentina in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday night, with 20 million people expected to watch and the prospect of a Bank Holiday next week if Harry Kane and his team-mates win the tournament.
Kick-Off Time and Venue
Kick-off is at 8pm BST (3pm local time) at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. The winners will face Spain in Sunday's final.
Weather Concerns Addressed
Thunderstorms were forecast in Atlanta before kick-off, raising fears of a delay. However, Mercedes-Benz Stadium confirmed the game will go ahead as planned, stating: "Since the stadium is covered, the match is not weather-dependent and will be played as scheduled regardless of weather." Supporters are urged to arrive early as storms could affect travel and entry.
How to Watch
The semi-final will be shown live on BBC One from 7pm, with streaming available via BBC iPlayer.
Bank Holiday Proposal
Reports indicate Sir Keir Starmer is prepared to approve an additional bank holiday if England win the World Cup, though nothing is officially confirmed. The potential date is Friday, July 24, allowing time for the squad's return and a victory parade. Any decision depends on England winning Sunday's final, but it could be provisionally announced earlier to give businesses more preparation time.
If an additional bank holiday is declared for England, it would also apply in Wales. No final decision has been made.
