Pubs across England are hoping a minister's letter to councils across England means venues can open early for the World Cup final on Sunday.An average of 4.6 million people tuned in on a working day to watch the Lionesses progress to their first ever World Cup final with the win being the most-watched game of the tournament so far.England's women will play Spain at 11am on Sunday in their first World Cup final after beating hosts Australia on Wednesday.

Pubs across England are hoping a minister's letter to councils across England means venues can open early for the World Cup final on Sunday.An average of 4.6 million people tuned in on a working day to watch the Lionesses progress to their first ever World Cup final with the win being the most-watched game of the tournament so far.England's women will play Spain at 11am on Sunday in their first World Cup final after beating hosts Australia on Wednesday.