England prepares to challenge Argentina in Atlanta for a coveted spot in the World Cup final on Wednesday night. This match marks a significant moment for England, aiming to reach their first final since 1966. Fans are hopeful that stars like Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham can propel Thomas Tuchel’s squad past the reigning champions, featuring the legendary Lionel Messi. Kick-off is set for 8 PM, with live coverage available on BBC One starting at 7 PM and streaming on BBC iPlayer.

In addition to the World Cup clash, the Vitality Blast enters its knockout phase, with quarter-finals scheduled for the same day. Key matchups include:

• Yorkshire vs. Somerset at Headingley, covered by Sky Sports Cricket at 4:15 PM.
• Hampshire Hawks facing Essex in Southampton.
• Notts Outlaws hosting Surrey at Trent Bridge.
• Northamptonshire Steelbacks going up against Gloucestershire.

In cycling, Tadej Pogacar, the defending champion, aims to keep his lead in the Tour de France during stage 11, spanning 161.3 kilometers from Vichy to Nevers. Viewers can catch the action on TNT Sports 1 from 12:30 PM.

The anticipation builds for The Open at Royal Birkdale, with a pre-tournament press conference scheduled for the morning. Other sporting events include horse racing at Bath, Catterick, and Uttoxeter, along with evening races on the flat at Lingfield and Great Yarmouth.

On this day in history:

• 1989: Laurie Cunningham tragically passed away in a car accident.
• 2005: Jack Nicklaus played his final competitive round at the Open.
• 2009: Andrew Flintoff announced his retirement from Test cricket.
• 2018: France clinched their second World Cup title, defeating Croatia 4-2 in the final.